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Laurence Gomme

British folklorist · Academics · Lived 1853 to 1916 · aged 62

Sir George Laurence Gomme, FSA was a public servant and antiquarian. Two of his main interests were folklore and old buildings. He helped found both the Victoria County History and the Folklore Society, and persuaded the London County Council to administer the blue plaque commemorative scheme.

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Knight Bachelor
Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries

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Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1853 to 1916 · aged 62