Every Family has a story to tell……….Welcome to mine
Genealogy is an exciting journey of discovery, but it’s easy to get caught up in the thrill of the chase. With the explosion of online tools and databases, anyone can start creating their family history instantly – but how many of us pause to ask: does my tree have solid roots? It’s tempting to go … Continue reading How Strong Are Your Tree’s Roots?
Sometimes, we discover a story, and sometimes, the story discovers us. This is one of the most remarkable examples of serendipity I’ve encountered in over thirty years of family history research. So sit back, relax, and let me tell you a story..... Being recognised amongst friends and family as the keeper of all things “old,” … Continue reading Unearthing the Past: How an Old Ledger Revealed Hidden Family Secrets
We all have hidden treasures tucked away in the corners of our family homes. These keepsakes passed down through generations are more than just objects—they’re pieces of history, bearing stories and memories that connect us to our ancestors and their lives. These heirlooms serve as silent but powerful reminders of where we come from, linking … Continue reading Hidden Treasures: Preserving the Stories Behind Family Heirlooms
Ever had one of those skeletons from the past come knocking at your door? Should you answer? I guarantee that every family will have secrets, some might call them 'skeletons in the cupboard' but it amounts to the same thing. Something was kept hidden from the family, for what at the time, appeared to be … Continue reading Whose Truth Is It Anyway?
Inspired by all the wonderful Genealogists on Substack, I have finally taken up the ‘Sixteen’ challenge and collated the stories of all my 'Sixteen' 2x Great-Grandparents into one convenient location. I don’t expect you to read them all, that is a big ask, but if you read just one of them, then I will be … Continue reading ‘Meet The 2x Great-Grandparents’
Killed in the Line of Duty Sapper Harold Walter Thompson Service Number 2001843........... Harold Walter Thompson was born on 19 February 1920, in Romford in Essex, the third oldest of six children born to parents Harry Walter Thompson and Charlotte May Wheal. Baby Harold was baptised just two months later on 29 April 1920 at … Continue reading Sapper Harold Walter Thompson
Killed in the Line of Duty Sapper Michael Lambert Service Number 2094019........... Michael Lambert was born on 23 March 1919 in Clogheen, Tipperary, Ireland, the oldest of eleven children born to George Lambert and Catherine Daly. Interestingly his father is recorded as a Soldier on Michael's birth record. Michael's father, George Lambert, was originally from … Continue reading Sapper Michael Lambert
Killed in the Line of Duty Sapper Albert Edward SA Fearon Service Number 4270436........... Albert Edward Sidegewick Anderson Fearon, to give him his full name, was born in the second quarter of 1920 in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, the youngest of six children born to parents Christopher Stephenson Fearon and Alice Oliver. What is really interesting with Albert's … Continue reading Sapper Albert Edward SA Fearon
Killed in the Line of Duty Sapper George Lucas Service Number 7895135………. The final part in the story of the six brave men that died near Nantwich in Cheshire, trying to defuse a bomb that was dropped during WW2. This brings to a conclusion, eight months of research and many visits to the surrounding areas … Continue reading Sapper George Lucas
Killed in the Line of Duty Sapper John Perrins Service Number 1895467........... John Perrins was born on 16 June 1916 in Bolton, one of seven children born to parents, John Thomas Perrins and Sarah Ann Hurst. The Perrins family had spent many years living in the Little Lever area of Bolton and came from a … Continue reading Sapper John Perrins
The Chiddicks Family Tree 