The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1936-1937

Walk the bustling, pre-war streets of Glasgow alongside your ancestors. Discover their names, their homes, their trades, and their world.

It's 1936. The air in Glasgow is thick with the promise of industry and the quiet tension of a world on the brink. The sound of shipyard rivets echoes down the Clyde, trams clatter on cobblestones, and families gather in tenement closes. Your ancestors were there. Now, you can be, too.

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1936-1937 is more than a book; it's a time capsule. It’s a key that unlocks the city your family knew, providing a crucial snapshot between the 1911 and 1951 censuses. For any family historian with Glasgow roots, this is an indispensable resource for turning names and dates into living, breathing stories.

What Will You Discover Inside?

This comprehensive directory is packed with the details that bring family history to life:

Alphabetical Directory of Residents: Find your ancestors by name. Discover their full name, occupation, and home address, placing them precisely in the city on the eve of World War II.
Complete Street Directory: Go beyond the single address. See who their neighbours were! List every resident on a street, helping you identify family members who lived nearby and build a picture of their immediate community.
Commercial & Trade Directory: Was your great-grandfather a skilled engineer? Did your great-aunt run a small shop? This section lists businesses and tradespeople by profession, revealing the economic life of your ancestor and potentially uncovering a family enterprise.
Official & Municipal Directory: Discover the city’s leaders, from council members and magistrates to officials in the law courts and public institutions, providing rich historical context.
Authentic Advertisements: Journey into the consumer world of 1930s Glasgow. The period advertisements are a fascinating glimpse into the products, services, and aspirations of the time, adding colour and texture to your ancestor's daily life.
Why This Directory is Essential for Your Research:

Break Down Brick Walls: Bridge the gap between census years when vital records may be scarce.
Confirm & Corroborate: Verify details you’ve found elsewhere, such as addresses and occupations.
Understand Social Standing: An occupation listed in a professional directory can tell you much about your family's status in the community.
Build a Richer Narrative: Move beyond facts to create a compelling story. Where did they work? Who lived next door? What was their neighbourhood like?