London: An Introduction to Research
August 17 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM AEST
Looking at some of the problems researching in London: history, geography, events.
So where might the records be?
Some useful websites including hints and tips. Q&A
Presenter:
Ann Metcher
Ann was born and educated in North London not far from the Piccadilly Line.
A 9th generation Londoner whose London family includes surgeons, chimney sweeps, lawyers, butchers, surveyors, a Punch and Judy “Professor”, Huguenot silk weavers and a black sheep or two.
Always have been interested in the history and pageantry of London, including attending the sombre funeral procession of Winston Churchill.
Ann came to Australia as a £10 Pom in 1973. She has researched for 40 years, and written four books on her family’s history since she retired from working as a physiotherapist.
Ann is a member of Gold Coast Family History Society.
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