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William Rootes blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: William Rootes (1870-1955) Pioneer of the motor industry traded from these premises in the early 20th century The business was developed into the Rootes Group Recorded plaque organisation: Hawkhurst Heritage.

From the Open Plaques record 1475

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