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View GalleryOur comprehensive war memorial project covers over 600 monuments and rolls of honour, preserving the memory of those who served.
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The 1939 Register is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to available records, but knowing what exists and how to access information is an entir…
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Learn how to bring the story of your ancestors to life. How to stop researching and start writing, choose a format and what to include.…
View EventAt a recent AWFHS meeting, we were delighted to welcome a representative from TheGenealogist, one of the UK’s leading family history research websites. The tal…
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