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John Ireland, William Sheafield, John Smeaton, Leeds Grammar School, and 3 others

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John Ireland, William Sheafield, John Smeaton, Leeds Grammar School, and 3 others
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Leeds Grammar School Was founded in 1552 by William Sheafield, chantry priest, Leeds Parish Church. It occupied this building from 1859 to 1997. Famous pupils include: John Smeaton, engineer; G. Studdert Kennedy, 'Woodbine Willie' chaplain; John Ireland, composer; Field Marshal Lord Nicholson of Roundhay. Architect: Edward Barry Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.

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