The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1911-1912

Unlock the Lives of Your Ancestors in the Heart of Edwardian Scotland

Just before the world was reshaped by the Great War, Glasgow was the throbbing heart of the British Empire—a city of shipbuilders, merchants, and tenements. Now, you can walk its streets from the comfort of your home. The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1911-1912 is more than a book; it's a time machine and an indispensable key for any genealogist with Glasgow roots.

This meticulously compiled directory provides a vivid snapshot of the city's residents and businesses, offering a crucial bridge between the 1901 and 1911 census years and a rich source of information that brings your family tree to life.

What You Will Discover Inside:

Locate Your Ancestors: Search the main alphabetical directory to find the names, initials, and occupations of thousands of Glasgow's private residents. It's the perfect starting point for confirming a family story or finding that elusive relative.
Pinpoint Their Exact Address: Move beyond a general location. Find the precise street and house number where your family lived, stood their business, or raised their children. Imagine the view from their window!
Discover Their Occupations: Was your great-grandfather a boilermaker in the shipyards? A clerk in the Merchant City? Or perhaps the owner of a small corner shop? The directory lists professions, giving context and colour to their daily lives.
Uncover Family Businesses: Delve into the Commercial & Trades Directory to find family-run enterprises. Discover what they sold, who their partners were, and see their business advertisements, which are often treasures in themselves.
Explore Their Neighbourhood: Use the comprehensive Street Directory to see who lived next door and across the street. Build a picture of their community and social standing.
Access Local Institutions: Find details on churches, schools, banks, municipal offices, and public buildings, helping you understand the civic world your ancestors inhabited.
Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Goldmine:

It fills the frustrating gaps left by the decennial census. If your ancestor moved between 1901 and 1911, this directory could be the only record that places them at a specific address in that period. It confirms residency, suggests economic status, and provides the rich, contextual details that transform a name on a chart into a real person.

Don't let your Glasgow ancestors remain just names and dates. Give them a street, a profession, and a place in their world.

Add The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1911-1912 to your library and unlock their story today!