What is recorded here
This white commemorative plaque records: In this house Richmal Crompton authoress of the "Just William" books was born 15th November 1890. Recorded plaque organisation: Bury Metropolitan Borough Council.
Richmal Crompton was a British author best known for her "Just William" series, which chronicles the adventures of a mischievous boy named William Brown, significantly influencing children's literature in the early to mid-20th century.
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