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Tracing Your London Ancestors (Paperback) by Dr Jonathan Oates
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London’s vast size and complex history can make family history research in the capital both exciting and daunting. In this expert guide, Dr Jonathan Oates provides a clear and practical roadmap for tracing ancestors who lived and worked in London from the 16th century onward.
What you’ll discover:
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An overview of London’s administrative history and how it affects record-keeping
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Guidance on using parish registers, census returns, electoral rolls, and city directories
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Insights into occupational records, poor law documents, and criminal proceedings
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Tips for navigating archives such as the London Metropolitan Archives and The National Archives
Whether your ancestors were dockworkers in the East End or merchants in Westminster, this book offers the tools and context to uncover their stories in the heart of Britain’s capital.
ISBN : 9781848841307