Kelly's Directory Of Southampton 1916-1917

Kelly's Directory of Southampton 1916-1917 A Wartime Snapshot of the Gateway to the World

Step back in time to a Southampton forever shaped by the Great War. This is not just a directory; it is a priceless time capsule from 1916-17, capturing the city at the heart of the global conflict. As the primary embarkation point for troops heading to the trenches and a vital hub for wartime logistics, Southampton’s streets, homes, and businesses were buzzing with a unique mix of tension, duty, and resilience.

Within these pages, you will discover the human story of the home front. Find the names of your ancestors who lived and worked in the city, see the trades they practiced, and walk the streets they knew, all while the nation was at war.

An Invaluable Resource for:

Family Historians & Genealogists: Trace your Southampton ancestors, locate their homes, and uncover their occupations during this pivotal period. It serves as a perfect census substitute.
Local & House Historians: Research the history of your house or street. See who lived there, what businesses operated nearby, and how the local community was structured.
WWI Researchers & Military Historians: Gain unparalleled insight into a key military port city. Identify businesses supporting the war effort, find local officials, and understand the social fabric of a city on the front line of the home front.
Social Historians: Explore the class structure, commercial landscape, and daily life in an early 20th-century industrial port under the pressures of war.
Inside this directory, you will find:

A complete Street-by-Street Directory: Listing every householder and business on each street.
A Private Residents Directory: An alphabetical list of prominent citizens and private addresses.
A Commercial & Trades Directory: A classified list of every conceivable trade and profession, from dockworkers and engineers to grocers and dressmakers.
Official Information: Details of local corporations, officials, clergy, doctors, solicitors, and public institutions.
Fascinating Period Advertisements: A captivating glimpse into the products, services, and aspirations of the era.
This edition of Kelly's Directory is more than a list of names; it's a key that unlocks the world of your Southampton ancestors during one of the most defining moments in modern history. Add this indispensable piece of the past to your collection today