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The name of which district in South London probably derived from one of the mercenary leaders of King John in the 13th century, who owned a manor in the area?

Question #148697. Asked by pehinhota.
Last updated Nov 13 2021.
Originally posted Nov 13 2021 2:57 PM.

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hypatia415
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hypatia415
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Answer has 8 votes.

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Vauxhall

Originally 'Fawkes Hall' (Falkes' Hall). The name Vauxhall (Fauxhall) is derived from Falkes de Bréauté, the second husband of Margaret, widow of Baldwin de Redvers. He was a mercenary for King John.

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falkes_de_Br%C3%A9aut%C3%A9

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falkes_de_Br%C3%A9aut%C3%A9#Vauxhall

Nov 13 2021, 9:41 PM
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