The Post Office Directory Of Aberdeen 1925-1926

Step into the world your family knew. Walk the streets, discover the businesses, and meet the people of Granite City a century ago.

Imagine holding a key to the past—a time capsule that captures the very essence of Aberdeen between the wars. The Post Office Directory for 1925-1926 is more than just a book; it's a vibrant, living snapshot of the city your ancestors called home. For the family historian, this isn't just a resource—it's a treasure trove waiting to be explored, offering the crucial details that transform names on a chart into real people with real lives.

What You Will Discover Inside:

This meticulously compiled directory is your personal guide to Aberdeen in the mid-1920s. Packed with invaluable information, it allows you to:

Locate Your Ancestors: Find thousands of private residents listed alphabetically by surname, complete with their full name, occupation, and street address. Pinpoint the exact house they lived in!
Reconstruct Their Neighbourhood: Use the comprehensive street directory to see who lived next door. Was it a bustling commercial street or a quiet residential close? Discover the community that shaped your family's daily life.
Explore Their World of Work: Delve into the commercial and trade directory to find the businesses, merchants, and professionals of the era. Was your great-grandfather a master fisherman, a granite mason, or a shopkeeper on Union Street? Find their place of work and understand their trade.
Understand the City's Structure: Access official listings for the Corporation, Magistrates, public officials, churches, schools, and institutions. See the power structures and civic pillars that defined Aberdeen in 1925.
Uncover Everyday Life: Find details on postal services, cab offices, carriers, and public transport. Learn how your ancestors communicated, travelled, and connected with the wider world.
Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Goldmine:

Break Down Brick Walls: Stuck on a family line? The directory can confirm a residence, suggest a family's social status through an occupation, or reveal a previously unknown family member living at the same address.
Add Rich Context to Your Family Tree: Go beyond names and dates. An occupation tells a story of daily toil. An address paints a picture of their home. A neighbour's name hints at community ties.
Create a Vivid Family Narrative: Use the details within these pages to write compelling stories about your ancestors' lives. You can describe the street they walked down, the shop where they bought their bread, and the church where they worshipped.