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Brown plaque № 59614

Commemorative plaque
Brown plaque № 59614
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This brown commemorative plaque records: The Great Fire of Nantwich Quater-Centenary 1583-4. On 10th, December 1583 a fire started near this spot and burned for 20 days, destroying almost all buildings in the town. Nantwich was rebuilt during 1584 with the help of Queen Elizabeth I, who donated money, and timber from the royal forests of Delamere. This plaque was unveiled by His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester 20th, September 1984. Recorded plaque organisation: Waterlode.
The Great Fire of Nantwich in 1583 destroyed almost all buildings in the town over a period of 20 days; Queen Elizabeth I aided reconstruction efforts with financial donations and timber from royal forests.

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