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”
Tag: history
Getting To Know Great Aunt Anna
My beautiful Great Aunt, Anna Heitmann (born 1891). This picture was taken circa 1911. Anna lived in Hamburg Germany and married Jochim Heinrich Adolf Meister in 1919.… Read more “Getting To Know Great Aunt Anna”
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”
Trowbridge, a Wilshire Market Town
A few miles from Bath lies the market town of Trowbridge. The county capital of Wiltshire, Trowbridge is rich in the history of the Industrial Revolution. I… Read more “Trowbridge, a Wilshire Market Town”
Charleston SC
A view of Charleston, through the lens of an English writer. This elegant town is captivating. Sometimes it’s hard to remember you are in the USA. But,… Read more “Charleston SC”
North End Boston
Enjoying North End, Boston, the old Italian quarter. Sun soaked, we gorge on a feast of historic architecture. The coffee is pretty good too! #travel #photography #boston… Read more “North End Boston”
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”
Beautiful Boston
Walking around beautiful #Boston #USA #Historic #Timeless
Beautiful Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹
Hello dear friends. Setting off on a 7 am flight from Bristol, we have arrived in Lisbon. This lovely city has much to offer. The beers are… Read more “Beautiful Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹”
