What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Cumberland House. Erected in the early eighteenth century by Alderman William Cornwell, one time Sheriff and twice Lord Mayor of York. It appears to have been given its name in honour of the Duke of Cumberland, second son of King George II, who was given the freedom of the City on his way back to London after the battle of Culloden in 1746. Recorded plaque organisation: York Civic Trust.
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- Andy Farrington, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Gordon Hatton, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Phil Champion, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Alan Murray-Rust, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Matthew Paris, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
- Jeremy Howat, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- DS Pugh, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Rude Health, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Chris Heaton, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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