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Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen blue plaque

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Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: A.S.L.E. & F. The Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen was founded in 1880. Because of the convenience and importance of Leeds as a railway centre, the Society established its first registered office here at the Commercial Inn, Sweet Street in 1881. Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
The Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (A.S.L.E.&F.), founded in 1880, was a significant trade union representing railway workers, particularly locomotive engineers and firemen, playing a crucial role in advocating for labor rights within the railway industry.

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