Cadman - St Mary's Church - Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK.
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N 52° 42.508 W 002° 45.094
30U E 516784 N 5839869
The Spire of St Mary’s is one of the tallest in the UK. In 1739, showman Robert Cadman attempted to slide head first down a rope from the top of the tower, He is now buried below his engraved obituary plaque, at the West entrance door of the Church.
Waymark Code: WMQEW4
Location: South Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 02/18/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member MeerRescue
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The Spire of St Mary’s has dominated the skyline of Shrewsbury for over 500 years.
"In 1739, showman Robert Cadman attempted to slide from the tower, head first, using a rope and a grooved breastplate. His engraved obituary stands outside the west door." See more at: (visit link)
Type of Historic Marker: Obituary Plaque.

Historical Marker Issuing Authority: St Mary's Church

Age/Event Date: 02/02/1739

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