The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1931-1932

Step into 1930s Glasgow: The Post Office Directory 1931-1932

Unlock the names, addresses, and occupations of your Glasgow ancestors in this vital interwar resource.

Were your ancestors among the thousands who called Glasgow home during the turbulent interwar years? Did they work in the mighty shipyards of the Clyde, run a small shop in a bustling tenement district, or live in the elegant terraces of the West End?

Now, you can walk in their footsteps. The Post Office Directory of Glasgow for 1931-1932 is more than just a book of names; it's a time capsule that places your family directly into the fabric of the city during a pivotal era. Bridging the gap between the 1921 Census and the 1939 Register, this directory is an indispensable tool for any family historian with Glasgow roots.

Why This Directory is Essential for Your Research:

Locate Your Ancestors: Find the head of your family's household listed alphabetically by name. Discover their full name and often their initial, helping you distinguish them from others with the same name.
Pinpoint Their Address: Go beyond a simple street name and get the exact house number. This allows you to explore the neighbourhood on a map, find the local parish church for records, and understand their living conditions.
Discover Their Profession: Uncover the trade or profession that defined your ancestor's daily life. Were they an engineer, a clerk, a baker, or a domestic servant? This detail adds incredible colour to their personal story.
Explore Their World: Immerse yourself in the Glasgow they knew. The directory includes a comprehensive street index, a commercial and trades directory, and listings for public officials, doctors, lawyers, schools, and places of worship.
Bridge the Genealogy Gap: With the 1931 Census destroyed and the 1939 Register only recently available, directories from this period are crucial for tracing family movements and filling in the missing years between official records.
What's Inside This Digital Edition?

Alphabetical Directory of Residents: The core section for finding private citizens.
Street Directory: An invaluable tool for discovering who lived at a specific address.
Commercial & Trades Directory: Find businesses and tradespeople by category.
Official & Court Directory: Listings for civic, legal, and ecclesiastical officials.