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Thomas Spence black plaque

Commemorative plaque
Thomas Spence black plaque
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This black commemorative plaque records: Broad Garth. Thomas Spence 1750-1814. Born Quayside, Newcastle. Utopian writer and land reformer. Courageous pioneering campaigner for the rights of men and women. Founded a schoolroom and debating society in Broad Garth. "Dare to be Free" Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Thomas Spence was an influential utopian writer and land reformer from Newcastle, advocating for radical social reforms including equal rights for men and women. He is remembered for his courageous advocacy and founding of a schoolroom and debating society that promoted democratic ideals under the slogan "Dare to be Free."

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