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Tagged With: Silverstone woodmen

Typical 19th century great grandparents

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Pat S

My great grandfather, Frederick George Dunkley (1831-1916), lived all his life in the village of Silverstone, Northamptonshire.  It is a common surname in the area.  The census identifies him and many of the inhabitants there as general labourers but sometimes the term ‘woodman’ is added.  The countryside around is even today surrounded by ample forestry … Continue reading »

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