Sarah Parker Remond plaque

The public map records this plaque for Sarah Parker Remond. Its recorded inscription reads: Sarah Parker Remond 1826-1894 African American abolitionist, lecturer, suffragist, polyglot, UCL & Bedford College graduate. Lived at 6 Grenville Street, later became an obstetrician in Italy.

Sarah Parker Remond was a prominent African American abolitionist and women's rights advocate who lectured internationally against slavery and for women’s suffrage; she also became a qualified physician in Italy, demonstrating exceptional educational attainment and professional achievement during the 19th century.