Kelly's Post Office Directory Of London County Suburbs 1914

Kelly's Post Office Directory of London County Suburbs, 1914: A Time Capsule from the Eve of the Great War

Step back into the long, sunlit summer of 1914. This is not just a book; it is a portal to a world on the brink of profound change. The Kelly's Post Office Directory of London County Suburbs, 1914, is the definitive snapshot of life in the sprawling metropolis at the very moment the Edwardian era gave way to the cataclysm of the First World War.

Within these pages, you will find the last "normal" record of a generation. The names listed are of men, women, and families whose lives were about to be irrevocably altered by history. For the genealogist, it is the final, peaceful address of an ancestor before they went to war. For the historian, it is an unparalleled primary source detailing the social and commercial fabric of pre-war London.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Street-by-Street Listings: A comprehensive guide to the residents and businesses of every street in the covered suburbs, from Acton to Woolwich. Trace the history of your own house or street.
Private Residents Directory: An alphabetical index of householders, providing their names and addresses—a crucial tool for building your family tree.
Commercial & Trades Directory: A fascinating who's who of Edwardian enterprise. Find everything from tea merchants and boot makers to ironmongers and dairies, complete with their business addresses.
Official Information: Details of local councils, officials, churches, schools, and public institutions, showing how the suburbs were governed and organised.
Authentic Advertisements: Period advertisements that offer a charming and insightful look into the products, services, and aspirations of the time.
Who Is This For?

Genealogists & Family Historians: Trace your London ancestors, discover their professions, and place them in their community.
Local Historians & Enthusiasts: Research the development of your suburb, identify long-lost shops and businesses, and understand the community's structure.
Writers & Researchers: Add authentic detail to novels, articles, or academic studies about early 20th-century England.
Collectors & Curators: Own a tangible piece of London's social history, a document of immense historical resonance.
This is more than a directory; it is the last census of a lost world. Add this invaluable and deeply moving piece of history to your collection and connect with the past in a uniquely personal way.