The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1928-1929

Step into the Glasgow of Your Ancestors: The Post Office Directory 1928-1929

Unlock the stories, addresses, and lives of your family in the vibrant, interwar streets of Scotland's largest city.

The year is 1928. The clatter of trams echoes down Buchanan Street, the scent of shipyard coal hangs in the air, and a generation is rebuilding its life after the Great War. Was your family there? Now, you can walk the streets they walked and stand on the doorstep of their home.

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1928-1929 is more than just a book; it's a time capsule and an indispensable tool for any family historian with connections to Glasgow. This comprehensive directory bridges the crucial genealogical gap between the 1911 and 1951 censuses, providing a detailed snapshot of the city and its residents at a pivotal moment in history.

What You Will Discover Inside:

Residential Listings: An alphabetical index of tens of thousands of heads of households across Glasgow. Pinpoint your ancestor's full name, their profession or trade, and their exact street address.
Commercial & Trade Directory: Find your ancestor's business! Whether they were a baker on Gallowgate, a clerk in an office in the city centre, or a skilled engineer in a shipyard, you'll find them listed. The classified trades section is a goldmine for understanding local commerce.
Complete Street Directory: See who your ancestor's neighbours were! This section lists every street, terrace, and close, house by house, showing the primary occupant. Perfect for building a picture of their immediate community.
Official & Institutional Information: Discover the churches where your family may have worshipped, the schools they attended, and the public buildings that formed the backdrop of their daily lives.
Authentic Advertisements: Immerse yourself in the era with period advertisements for everything from local drapers to motor cars and medicines. These ads provide invaluable context and a fascinating glimpse into the fashions, technologies, and concerns of the day.
Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Goldmine:

Breaks Down Brick Walls: When census records aren't available, the directory is the next best thing for placing a person in a specific location at a specific time.
Adds Colour to Your Family Tree: Go beyond names and dates. Discover your ancestor's occupation, which reveals their social standing and daily life.
A Primary Source: This is a contemporary document, created at the time your ancestors lived there. It’s an authentic link to their past.