Bust, Tooley Street

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Bust, Tooley Street

Image: © Stephen Richards Taken: 26 May 2013

Depicting Ernest Bevin (1881-1951), "the Dockers' KC". The panel details his various trades union and political appointments (including as a local M.P.), followed by a panegyric: "A forceful and inspiring leader of democratic principles. He gained a place in men's hearts few could equal". The buildings behind (One Tower Bridge) have gone up since 2010 (Image]).

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