The inscription reads 'This memorial unveiled by Sir Percy H Mills BT KBE September 14 1956 commemorates the immense contribution made by Boulton Watt and Murdoch to the industry of Birmingham and of the world. The conception of Richard Wheatley a leather goods manufacturer of this city coupled with his generosity and a contribution by the city council enabled these statues to be executed.' By W Bloye Sculptor.
This is part of the Job: 2K/11702 Monument To Boulton, Watt And Murdoch; within the Volume: BF111648 Monument To Boulton, Watt And Murdoch, Broad Street; within the Series: EHC01/002 Eh Architectural Requests; within the Collection: EHC01 English Heritage(Eh):Archive
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Photographer: Williams, Peter
Commemorative Monument