What is recorded here
This stone commemorative plaque records: This house purchased and preserved in 1924 by the Norfolk Archaeological Trust was built by Augustine Steward, Mercer, Sheriff 1526, Mayor 1534, 1546 and 1556. Burgess in Parliament 1547. Recorded plaque organisation: Norfolk Archaeological Trust.
Why this person mattered
Augustine Steward was a prominent 16th-century merchant from Norwich who served multiple terms as the city's mayor and was also a member of parliament, reflecting his significant influence in both local governance and national politics.
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