The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1934-1935

Unlock Your Glasgow Ancestors in The Post Office Directory 1934-1935

The key to discovering who they were, where they lived, and the city they called home.

Are you searching for your family's roots in the bustling, industrial heart of 1930s Glasgow? Do you have a name but wish you could find the door they lived behind or the trade they practiced?

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1934-1935 is not just a book; it's a time capsule. This comprehensive directory is your essential guide to navigating the city as your ancestors knew it—a vibrant, complex metropolis of shipyards, tenements, grand commerce, and tight-knit communities, all on the cusp of the Second World War.

For the genealogist, this directory is an absolute goldmine, bridging the crucial gap between the 1921 and 1951 censuses and bringing your family history to life.

What You Can Discover:

✓ Locate Your Ancestors: Find thousands of named heads of household, tradesmen, professionals, and business owners listed alphabetically. If your family lived in Glasgow during this period, there's a strong chance they're inside.
✓ Pinpoint Their Address: Move beyond a simple city and discover the exact street and house number. Visit their old address on a modern map or a historical one to imagine their daily world.
✓ Discover Their Occupation: Was your great-grandfather a shipyard riveter on the Clyde? Was your great-aunt a "milliner" or a "confectioner"? Their listed occupation adds incredible colour and context to their life story.
✓ Explore the City's Fabric: This directory is more than an A-Z of residents. It includes:
A Street Directory, allowing you to see who lived on a specific road (perfect for neighbour research!).
A Commercial & Trades Directory, detailing every type of business from banks to bakers.
Listings for Churches, Schools, Public Institutions, and Officials, painting a full picture of the community.
✓ Uncover Hidden Gems: The period advertisements are a window into the consumer culture of the day. You might even find an ad for a family-run business!
Who is this for?

Family Historians tracing Glasgow lineage.
Genealogists seeking to fill gaps between census years.
Local & Social Historians researching interwar Glasgow.
Anyone with a love for Scottish history and a desire to connect with their past.
Don't let your Glasgow ancestors remain just names on a chart. Give them an address, a profession, and a place in their world.