What is recorded here
This claret commemorative plaque records: Richard Cumberland 1732-1811 Secretary to the Board of Trade 1776-1782 Playwright and novelist lived in a house on this site 1785-1811 Recorded plaque organisation: Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Richard Cumberland was an influential playwright and novelist of the late 18th century, known for his satirical works that commented on contemporary society; he also served as Secretary to the Board of Trade from 1776 to 1782.
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