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The most recent plaques:

Fire Bell No. 4

The plaque is on top of a bell; its text reads: "HISTORIC FIRE BELL FROM STATION No. 4 LOCATED AT 4TH AND BATTERY STREET IN THE 1800's PRIOR TO THE FIRST DENNY REGRADE - THIS BELL SOUNDED OUT...

  • bell
  • fire brigade
  • historical
  • 19th century
  • seattle
  • washington

Australia - Japan Friendship Stone

Australia - Japan Friendship Stone Dedicated to the further strengthening of the friendship between Australia and Japan following the "Tenjin Matsuri" festival which was held in Brisbane on 7 May...

  • australia
  • brisbane
  • friendship
  • japan