What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Field-marshal William SlimViscount Slim of Burma Freeman of the City 1947 Lived here Recorded plaque organisation: Birmingham Civic Society.
Field-Marshal Viscount William Slim was a distinguished British Army officer who played a crucial role in turning around the Allied fortunes in Burma during World War II, leading to significant victories against Japanese forces.
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