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William Alexander Smith stone plaque

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William Alexander Smith stone plaque
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This stone commemorative plaque records: Pennyland House Sir William Alexander Smith founder of the Boys' Brigade was born in this house on 27th October 1854
William Alexander Smith founded the Boys' Brigade in 1883, a youth organization that aimed to combine drill exercises and religious instruction for boys, significantly influencing youth organizations globally.

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