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Robert Rollock black plaque

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This black commemorative plaque records: In honour of Robert Rollock 1555 - 1599. Founding Regent (1583 - 1585), first Principal of the University (1586 - 1599). Recorded plaque organisation: The University of Edinburgh.

From the Open Plaques record 51352

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