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Through Fire, Desert and Earthquake: Grandad Ellen’s Escapades
Cyril Norman Ellen wasn’t just a distinguished Air Commodore – he was Harvey’s grandad, a man whose life read like an adventure story. From dodging enemy aircraft in a burning seaplane to carving air routes across desert wilderness, surviving earthquakes … Continue reading
Sapper George Harvey: 9th Battalion, Canadian Engineers (C.E.)
As Remembrance Day approaches, we pause to honour the countless individuals whose lives were forever altered by the First World War. This year, I’m looking closely at one such life – that of 2007216 Sapper George Harvey of “B” Company, … Continue reading
Death Of A Son, Birth Of A Granddaughter
ON THIS DAY… 8TH SEPTEMBER I’ve relayed the story of my great-grandfather, Henry James Weaver, many times whenever the anniversary of his death comes around. But recently, a newspaper clipping reminded me of something I hadn’t considered before – when … Continue reading
Balancing The Books – Joseph Dando: Philadelphia’s Bookkeeping Pioneer
Joseph Dando, the Younger (my 3 x great-grandfather), was a figure who navigated the competitive world of 19th century commerce and left a visible mark on history. Born in Bristol, Gloucestershire, and later active in Philadelphia, USA, during the 1830s … Continue reading
A Tavistock Widow’s Tragic End – Florence Smale (1888-1921)
ON THIS DAY… 18TH AUGUST On the 18th August 1921, my great-grandmother, Florence Weaver (née Smale), passed away at her parents’ home, 22 Ford Street, Tavistock, at just 33 years of age. Her death, sudden and tragic, left behind a … Continue reading
Born Together, Gone Too Soon: The Story of Lily and May Hellyer
ON THIS DAY…13TH AUGUST In the late summer of 1880, twin girls were born into a Royal Naval family in Plymouth. Their father’s work kept the household afloat but also took him away from home, while their mother managed daily … Continue reading
Six Months, Two Domains, One Fresh Start – Why My Blog Moved House
Over the past six months, I’ve been immersed in a major technical overhaul of my family history website and blog – work that’s mostly happened behind the scenes but was essential to keeping everything running smoothly and securely. What began … Continue reading
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A Glimpse into Polperro’s Past
From my grandpa’s collection of old slides comes this charming snapshot of Polperro, a small fishing village on the south coast of Cornwall, likely taken in the 1950s or 60s. The photo captures a moment on the quay, where people … Continue reading
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Pain and Legacy – 156 Years Since Robert Weaver’s Passing
5TH AUGUST Today, 5th August, marks the 156th anniversary of the death of Robert Weaver, a boot and shoemaker of Curry Rivel, Somerset, just one day short of his 80th birthday. Robert was my 4 x great-grandfather and he is … Continue reading
A Bride at Seventeen: Marking Ruby Dando’s 140th Birthday
3rd AUGUST My great-grandfather’s half-sister, Ruby Kate Irene Dando, was born in America on 3rd August 1885 – exactly 140 years ago today. In 1902, Leigh in Essex witnessed her marriage to the Reverend Robert Stuart King, beloved rector of … Continue reading