The Universal British Directory 1793-1798

The Universal British Directory 1793-1798

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An abundance of details can be found in these directories providing you with a wealth of facts and research information. The aim of this series was to provide details on every city, town and principal village in England and Wales with regard to clergy, tradesmen and officials. This also includes extensive coverage of trades and businesses with mention of proprietors' names and addresses and information on canals, public roads and facts on places of interest in nearby surroundings. The whole seri... More Info

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The War Illustrated - The collected volumes

The War Illustrated - The collected volumes

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This CD box set comprises 9 volumes of The War Illustrated. A real document of social history, this contemporary periodical contains illustrated articles, photographs and public notices; allowing you to learn about your ancestors' experiences in the conflict, and gain fascinating insight into all aspects of the Great War. This set covers issues 1-233 from August 1914 to February 1919 inclusive. Includes: *9 CDs *Digitally enhanced images of the original text *1000s of illustrations, pho... More Info

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The Visitations of The North 1552, 1558 and 1560-1 Special Offer

The Visitations of The North 1552, 1558 and 1560-1

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This CD contains 2 parts of the Surtees Society's Visitations of The North. It allows you to find the pedigree of a family, see its coat of arms (if available), and view family trees. *Digitally enhanced images of the original text *Searchable text *Bookmarked by major headings *Fully printable Cumberland, Durham, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northumberland, Nottinghamshire, Westmorland, Yorkshire.... More Info

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The War Office List 1939

The War Office List 1939

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This CD contains information that documents the history and duties of the staff of the War Office. It also includes personal records of ministers and senior civil officers. *Digitally enhanced images of the original text *Searchable text *Bookmarked by major headings *Fully printable... More Info

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Thom's British Directory, 1873 - Civil, Naval and Military Special Offer

Thom's British Directory, 1873 - Civil, Naval and Military

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Densely-packed directories for Law and the Civil Service, Navy, Army, Militia, plus a Colonial Directory, Court and Parliamentary Directory, lists of Peers, Baronets, Knights, Judges, and Members of the House of Commons, the mayors of cities and boroughs, and the magistrates of English and Welsh counties. *Digitally enhanced images of the original text *Searchable text *Bookmarked by major headings *Fully printable *Contains over 900 pages... More Info

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Title Deeds for Family Historians Free UK P&P

Title Deeds for Family Historians

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Title deeds represent one of the largest groups of historical documents preserved in hundreds of archive repositories, both public and private, across England and Wales. And yet they are often overlooked or neglected by family historians because they are perceived as a particularly 'difficult' or 'incomprehensible' resource. In this publication, the author describes the most commonly encountered forms of title deeds and associated documents and provides a set of simple rules that allows the r... More Info

Product Code: BK6153

The Wills of our Ancestors: A Guide for Family & Local Historians by Stuart A. Raymond

The Wills of our Ancestors: A Guide for Family & Local Historians by Stuart A. Raymond

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What are wills, and how can they be used for family and local history research? How can you interpret them and get as much insight from them as possible? They are key documents for exploring the lives of our ancestors, their circumstances, and the world they knew. This practical handbook is the essential guide to understanding them. More Info

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Tracing British Battalions on the Somme by Ray Westlake

Tracing British Battalions on the Somme by Ray Westlake

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Interest in this, the bloodiest battle of the First World War, has never waned. The reason is not hard to find; no less than 616 infantry battalions took part and the total bill for the British came to an appalling 419,000 men, which means that there were few households in the land who did not have a relative involved. Over the years, Ray Westlake, a leading authority on the First World War, has received hundreds of enquiries from historians, from researchers, and, above all, from descendant... More Info

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Tracing Your Army Ancestors by Simon Fowler

Tracing Your Army Ancestors by Simon Fowler

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Whether you are interested in the career of an individual officer, researching medals awarded to a soldier or just want to know more about a particular battle or campaign, this book will point you in the right direction. Assuming that the reader has no prior knowledge of the British army, its history or organisation, Simon Fowler explains which records survive, where they can be found and how they can help you in your research. He also describes resources available online as well as books a... More Info

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Tracing Your British Indian Ancestors - A Guide for Family Historians by Emma Jolly

Tracing Your British Indian Ancestors - A Guide for Family Historians by Emma Jolly

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This book gives a fascinating insight into the history of the subcontinent under British rule and into the lives the British led there. It also introduces the reader to the range of historical records that can be consulted in order to discover more about the experiences of individuals who were connected to India over the centuries of British involvement in the country. Emma Jolly looks at every aspect of British Indian history and at all the relevant resources. She explains the information h... More Info

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Tracing Your Ancestors Through Death Records - A Guide for Family Historians by Celia Heritage

Tracing Your Ancestors Through Death Records - A Guide for Family Historians by Celia Heritage

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Of all family history sources, death records are probably the least used by researchers. They are, however, frequently the most revealing, giving a far greater insight into our ancestors' lives and personalities than those records created during their lifetime. *Highly accessible, authoritative guide to death records *Covers death certificates, burial entries, inquest records, obituaries, wills, gravestones, and other sources *Packed with information and research advice for family historians *An essential reference book for anyone undertaking family history research More Info

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Tracing Your Air Force Ancestors - A Guide for Family Historians by Phil Tomaselli Second Edition

Tracing Your Air Force Ancestors - A Guide for Family Historians by Phil Tomaselli Second Edition

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In this fully revised Second Edition, Phil Tomaselli explains which records survive, where they can be found and how they can help in your research. Each era in air force history is described, from the pioneering days of early aviation and the formation of the Royal Flying Corps in the First World War to the creation of the Royal Air Force, its operations during the Second World War and its post-war development. *Revised and updated Second Edition *Comprehensive guide to tracing the caree... More Info

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The Wonder of Christmas Town Scene- Amazing Pop-up Laser Cut Greeting Card

The Wonder of Christmas Town Scene- Amazing Pop-up Laser Cut Greeting Card

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Wonder of Christmas town Scene - Amazing Pop-up Laser Cut Greeting Card designed by GE Feng More Info

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The Workhouse Encyclopedia by Peter Higginbotham

The Workhouse Encyclopedia by Peter Higginbotham

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This fascinating, fully illustrated volume is the definitive guide to every aspect of the workhouse and of the poor relief system in which it played a pivotal part. With hundreds of interesting anecdotes, plus priceless information for researchers – including workhouse locations throughout the British Isles, useful websites and archive repository details, maps, plans, original workhouse publications and an extensive bibliography – it will delight family historians and general readers alike. More Info

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Three Blue Birds Greeting Card

Three Blue Birds Greeting Card

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Just open up and be amazed by this intricately laser-cut card designed by GE Feng. Cards are sized 5x7, 127x178mm and are cello-wrapped with an envelope. A charming bird scene featuring three blue birds in separate boxes. This elegant design is blank for your own message.... More Info

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