The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1922-1923

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1922-1923: A Essential Genealogical Resource

Unlock the Glasgow of Your Ancestors!

Step back in time to the bustling, post-war Glasgow of 1922-1923. This meticulously digitised Post Office Directory is more than just a list of names; it's a time capsule and an indispensable tool for any family historian with Scottish roots. Perfect for bridging the gap between the 1911 and 1951 censuses, this directory provides a unique snapshot of life in Scotland's industrial heartland.

Whether you're tracing a great-grandfather's address, confirming a family business, or exploring the neighbourhood your ancestors called home, this directory is your key.

What's Inside?

This comprehensive directory contains thousands of entries, organised for easy research:

Alphabetical List of Inhabitants: The core of the directory. Find heads of household, their occupations, and their full residential addresses.
Street Directory: The perfect tool for reverse lookups! See who lived at a specific address, explore the entire street, and discover your ancestors' neighbours and potential relatives.
Commercial & Trades Directory: Discover the businesses that powered the city. Find butchers, bakers, shipbuilders, engineers, and more. Ideal for confirming family business stories or understanding the local economy.
Official & Court Directory: A complete listing of civic, legal, and ecclesiastical officials, from the Lord Provost to parish ministers, providing crucial context for your research.
Educational, Medical, and Institutional Information: Details on schools, hospitals, charities, and public buildings that shaped daily life.
Why You Need This Directory for Your Research:

Break Down Brick Walls: Locate ancestors who are missing from other records.
Pinpoint Locations: Add precise addresses and occupations to your family tree.
Build a Richer Narrative: Go beyond names and dates to understand your ancestors' daily lives and community.
A Vital Census Substitute: Fill the crucial 40-year gap in UK national census records.
Key Features:

High-Quality Scans: Clear, readable pages from the original text.
Comprehensive Coverage: Covers the entire City of Glasgow as it stood in 1922.
Compatible with all devices: Read on your computer, tablet, or phone.
Add this essential resource to your genealogy toolkit today and watch your Glasgow family history come to life!