Ancestry sent me this family tree hint this morning. My excitement mounted, as I realised the significance of the document. It is the birth certificate of an… Read more “131 Years Ago”
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Getting To Know My Grandfather
I have long wondered what my Grandfather, Emil Heitmann looked like. I have one old grainy picture of him (the soldier in Germany uniform on the right)… Read more “Getting To Know My Grandfather”
100 Years Ago
100 years ago, in 1920, my Great Uncle, George Francis Demmel, was sailing for Australia. He saw action the Royal Navy during WW1. Then, in January 1920… Read more “100 Years Ago”
Inspiration From Our Ancestors
100 years ago, April 1920, there was an emotion family reunion in London, England. My English grandmother, Amalia Lossl (nee Demmel), arrived at London docks from Munich.… Read more “Inspiration From Our Ancestors”
Sunrise over New York
Early morning, cruising into New York. Iconic journey, emulating my family Henseluck circa 1860. Ever the optimist, Graham is in shorts. I’m bundled appropriately against the chill… Read more “Sunrise over New York”
Following in my ancestors wake
We sail once more, in the wake of my Great Uncle George Francis Demmel. During his Royal Navy service, circa 1914, he worked on warships, patrolling the… Read more “Following in my ancestors wake”
Emma Zena Lossl circa 1939
Remembering my mother Emma Zena Lossl. She would have been 108 today, April 17th 2019. She was photographed with my father, Charles Lossl, circa 1939. I love… Read more “Emma Zena Lossl circa 1939”
A Love Letter For Jimmy
Originally posted on Warts And All:
My Brother Today is the first time I can remember writing the words, “My brother” I think he died when I…
Brothers Serving In Opposing Armies
Family photos from WW2 reveal the conflict up close and personal. My Father, Charles Lossl, served in the Royal Army Catering Corps. His brother, Ernie Lossl, a… Read more “Brothers Serving In Opposing Armies”
Ships In The Night
My father and I were like ships in the night, on the sea of life. William Charles Lossl (Charlie) was born in 1910 in Versailles, France. He… Read more “Ships In The Night”
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