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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 2 min
How Far Back Did You Get?
It’s usually the first question any family historian receives from an interested relative: ‘How far back did you get?' Curiosity abounds...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
Bring Kindness to Work
There’s a lot to be said for taking a moment in the middle of a busy workday to share some kindness with others. We all tend to get...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
HOW TO IMPROVE WEBINAR ENGAGEMENT
Webinars are a wonderful way to include people from all over the world at your presentation or training event. No longer confined by...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
We Need Mentors
Mentorships are more than just an afternoon spent training on a new software program. Look at them as a longer term commitment where the...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
What Happened to the Children?
Thousands of parents endured a painful separation from their children during wartime evacuations. Originally intended to protect the...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 1 min
Thank you, Ma'am, for your dedication and service.
We are not posting a blog this week out of respect for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. We are not posting a...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
Seaside Holiday Memories
It's the place people dream of, an oasis at the end of a long, hot drive. It's a place where many spend their precious vacation days,...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
Shopkeeping’s Evolution
A Tiny Slice of What Life Was Like … Today we think nothing of logging on to a website and doing our shopping online. The selection is...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
Never the Short Straw
The humble bale of straw. Grown for centuries as a remnant of the precious cereal crop, straw often is relegated to ‘by-product’ status....
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
19th Century Realities of Being 'In Service'
Life as a nineteenth century domestic servant was no bed of roses. In fact, many were lucky to get a decent night’s sleep at all. This...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
Counterfeit and Clipped Coins: Historical Insights
Introduction The humble coin. A monetary object used in daily commerce, frequently exchanged between buyer and seller. Coins are also in...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
Spoilt for Choice?
British Food Supply in World War Two The food on our plates has vastly evolved over the past two centuries. When it comes to food supply...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 5 min
Family Records: Dispose or Donate?
Office organization is a hot topic these days, especially considering how many people are using their residences for remote work. There’s...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
Ahoy Pharology!
Family history involves researching and sharing the social history of an area, including local buildings, customs, events, shops, sports,...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
Wish You Were Here
In today’s digital world, handwritten postcards are novelty items. Who doesn’t find it fun to receive a handwritten card or letter as...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 2 min
Weird and Wonderful Old Occupations: Part Two
We’re glad so many of you are enjoying these family history blog posts. Thanks very much for your kind feedback, comments and likes on...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
Weird and Wonderful Old Occupations
My 3rd cousin 10 times removed, Sir Samuel Dashwood, was the Lord Mayor of London in 1702-3. Fancy title and upper class? Most...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
Outrageous Victorian Era Medicine
Family history blog posts are by far the most popular ones we share - here's another fun one: Chances are, a person needs to visit a...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 6 min
The Brave Sailors on Wooden Fighting Ships
Early Modern English History (16th & 17th Century) Many with British ancestors count sailors amongst their family members. My sixth great...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 5 min
Secret Tunnels of Legend and Lore
One of the things I love about family history projects is how they tie into community and world events. To provide a thorough picture of...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 3 min
World Events Create Family History
One has to hand it to the British – they know how to throw a great party. I’m writing this just after watching the gala event at the...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
WHY WRITERS NEED EDITORS
This week’s post recognizes talented editors of the world. Editors toil away behind the scenes, yet don’t often get enough recognition...
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lvchris2
- Jan 11, 2023
- 4 min
Mirror, Mirror Down the Hall ...
My fifth great grandmother, Mary Dashwood, wrote in her will, “ … I give and bequeath unto my said son WILLIAM HENRY DASHWOOD the...
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