The grave of George Philip Lempriere

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Date:20th of February 1949

Description:The aeronaut and balloonist George Philip Lempriere died on 20th February 1949 at his home in Wilton Road. He was buried at Handsworth Cemetery in this grave plot. Sadly for such a colourful character there is no stone or any marker to say who is buried under this patch of grass.

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Safe landing for Lieut. Lempriere

Photograph from an album, of a balloon being secured for mooring. Lempriere's aeronautical displays ...

Rising above the fair

Lempriere's balloon at one of the many events he attended. It isn't recorded where this was taken but ...

Lempriere Balloon Ascent

Photograph of a balloon ascent. Lempriere's aeronautical displays with balloons and parachutes attracted ...

Lempriere dies in Handsworth

Lempriere was taken ill at his home, 13 Wilton Road and subsequently died - a week short of his ninety ...

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Lempriere, George P. Handsworth Cemeteries, Parks and Gardens Aviation 1946 - 1975 (Mid 20th Century)

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Donor ref:Richard Albutt (6/4191)

Source: Birmingham City Archives

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