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James Campbell Irwin

Sir James Campbell Irwin (23 June 1906 – 22 June 1990) was an Australian architect and government official. Irwin studied architecture at the South Australian School of Mines and Industries, under the stewardship of George Soward. He joined the firm of Woods, Bagot, Jory & Laybourne-Smith as a draughtsman in 1927, becoming a partner in 1930.

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James Campbell Irwin

Photograph of a plaque to mark the opening of the redeveloped Adelaide Central Market Buildings by Lord Mayor James Irwin on 17 June 1966. This plaque is currently located at the Grote Street entrance to the markets.

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Name
James C.
Born
23 June 1906
Birthplace
North Adelaide
Died
22 June 1990
Occupation
Architect
Nationality
Australia
Education
St Peter's College
Honours
Knight Bachelor · Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Languages
English

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Sir James Campbell Irwin (23 June 1906 – 22 June 1990) was an Australian architect and government official. Irwin studied architecture at the South Australian School of Mines and Industries, under the stewardship of George Soward. He joined the firm of Woods, Bagot, Jory & Laybourne-Smith as a draughtsman in 1927, becoming a partner in 1930.

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