The Post Office Directory Of Aberdeen 1930-1931

Walk the Streets of 1930s Aberdeen: The Post Office Directory of 1930-1931

Imagine the clatter of trams on Union Street, the salty air blowing in from the North Sea, and the hum of industry from the shipyards and granite quarries. It's 1930, and your ancestors are living their lives in the heart of Aberdeen. Now, you can step back into that world with the definitive guide to the city and its people: The Post Office Directory of Aberdeen, 1930-1931.

This isn't just a dry list of names and addresses. It is a time capsule, a social document, and a key that can unlock the most elusive doors in your genealogical research. For anyone with family ties to the Granite City, this directory is an indispensable treasure trove waiting to be explored.

Uncover the Stories Hidden in its Pages:

Who Were They? Find your ancestors listed by name, alongside their occupation. Were they a "fish curer," a "dock labourer," a "schoolmistress," or a "master mariner"? Their trade tells a story of skill, status, and daily life.
Where Did They Live? Discover their precise address. Stand on the very street on Google Maps today and see the world they saw. Use the invaluable Street Directory to find their neighbours and build a picture of their community.
What Was Their World Like? Explore the Commercial Directory to see the shops they visited, the pubs where they drank, and the factories where they worked. Find the church they attended, the council that governed them, and the organisations that shaped their lives.
Perfect for the Genealogist Seeking to:

Bridge the Census Gap: This directory is a critical substitute for the missing 1921 and 1951 Scottish census records, placing your family in a specific location at a specific time.
Flesh Out the "Bones" of Your Family Tree: Transform a simple name and date into a real person with a home, a profession, and a place in their community.
Confirm and Corroborate: Use the directory to validate information from other sources, such as birth certificates or old family letters, ensuring your research is accurate.
Discover Collateral Lines: Find siblings, cousins, and in-laws living nearby, expanding your family tree in directions you never expected.

This digitally reproduced version offers the convenience to search for a surname, a street, or a trade in seconds. It’s the perfect blend of historical authenticity and modern accessibility.

Don't let your ancestors' stories remain hidden in the past. Open the pages of the 1930-1931 Aberdeen Post Office Directory and begin your journey of discovery today.