The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1913-1914

Walk the Streets of Edwardian Glasgow: Your Direct Link to the Past

Imagine standing on a bustling Glasgow street in 1913. The air is thick with the smoke of industry, the clang of the shipyards echoes along the Clyde, and trams rattle past tenements brimming with life. This was the world your ancestors knew. Now, you can unlock that world with The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1913-1914.

This isn't just a book; it's a time machine. As the definitive guide to the "Second City of the Empire" at the absolute zenith of its power, this directory captures a pivotal moment in history—the last full year of peace before the world was changed by the Great War. For many young men listed within these pages, this was their final record of civilian life.

What Family History Secrets Will You Uncover?

This comprehensive directory is a genealogist's goldmine, providing rich details that bring your family tree to life:

Resident & Commercial Listings: Find your ancestors alphabetically by name, complete with their full address and occupation. Was your great-grandfather a clerk at a shipping firm? Was your great-aunt a dressmaker with her own shop?
Street Directory: The ultimate tool for context. Enter the name of your ancestor's street and see a complete list of heads of household. Discover who lived next door, find relatives living nearby, and build a picture of their community.
Classified Trades & Professions: Browse by profession. Perfect for locating a specific ancestor when you only know their trade, or for understanding the commercial landscape of the city.
Court & Official Directories: Discover the city's influencers. Find listings for magistrates, ministers, doctors, lawyers, and other prominent citizens who shaped life in Glasgow.
Fascinating Advertisements: Dive into the era's culture and commerce through original advertisements for everything from steamships to corsets, providing an authentic flavour of your ancestors' daily lives.
Who is this Directory For?

Family Historians tracing their Glasgow ancestry between the 1911 and 1921 censuses.
Genealogists seeking to verify addresses, occupations, and business ownership.
Local Historians and students researching the social and commercial fabric of pre-war Glasgow.
Anyone with a love for Scottish history and a desire to connect with their personal past.
Why the 1913-1914 Edition is Indispensable

This edition serves as a critical census substitute, documenting a population in flux. It captures Glasgow at its industrial peak, just before the immense social and demographic changes brought about by WWI. It is the key to understanding your ancestor's life in a world on the brink of transformation.