What is recorded here
The public map records this plaque for Thomas Sopwith. Its recorded inscription reads: ENGLISH HERITAGE|SIR|THOMAS|SOPWITH|1888-1989|Aviator and aircraft|manufacturer|lived here|1934-1940
Sir Thomas Sopwith was a pioneering aviator and aircraft manufacturer who significantly contributed to British aviation during World War I through his company Sopwith Aviation, known for planes like the Sopwith Camel. He lived at this location from 1934-1940.
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