In 2007, to mark two centuries since Paoli’s death, the Amicale Pasquale Paoli initiated and sponsored a commemorative green plaque for Pasquale Paoli placed on the front façade of 77 South Audley Street, W1 (map).
The plaque has been unveiled on Friday 16 June 2008 during a ceremony attended by the Lord Mayor of Westminster Cllr Louise Hyams and Cllr Robert Davis, .
Pasquale Paoli commemorative green plaque in 77 South Audley Street, London
The City of Westminster Cabinet Member Report says:
Pasquale Paoli was the Che Guevara of the 18th century – probably the
greatest fighter for freedom of that century and an inspiration to democrats the world over. Not only that, he was a great intellectual and wrote a constitution for a fledgling nation that inspired the writers of the American Constitution. He was praised by Voltaire, Rousseau and Hume. The father of the Corsican nation and one of the great men of European history, he merits the honour of a green plaque as a lasting testament to his achievements.
Policy context:
« The commemorative Green Plaques scheme complements a number of Council strategies: to improve the legibility and understanding of Westminster’s heritage and social history; to provide information for Westminster’s visitors; to provide imaginative and accessible educational tools to raise awareness and understanding of local areas, particularly for young people; to celebrate the richness and diversity of Westminster’s former residents. »
Read the official press release “Freedom fighter of the 18th century to be commemorated in Westminster”
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