Whilst we are on the subject of Warwickshire …….. the Warwickshire Record Office has a range of online databases which would be very helpful to those with Warwickshire family. Victuallers Database The Victuallers database is a database containing details of … Continue reading
Through reading Dick Eastman’s blog I came across this great guide to Salt Lake City it is called “The Chart Chick’s Quick Insider’s Guide to Salt Lake City”. Written by Janet Hovorka it is an excellent guide to Salt Lake … Continue reading
Did you know that the Bodleian Library in Oxford has put some of it’s vast holding of periodicals online. Amongst the offerings are the “Gentleman’s Magazine” 1731 – 1750 and “Notes & Queries” 1849 – 1869. Both of these publications … Continue reading
Now sit up straight, no talking, arms folded ……. hands up all those who have ancestors who might have attended a Ragged School? Yes I can see that most of you have your hands up and those who haven’t just … Continue reading
Old maps from places such as the British Library, the National Library of Scotland and many overseas archives are now available online thanks to a joint venture between the University of Portsmouth and JISC. More archives & libraries have signed … Continue reading
