The Post Office Directory Of Glasgow 1941-1942

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1941-1942: Your Time Capsule to a City at War

Step onto the wartime streets of Glasgow and uncover the lives of your ancestors during the city's most defining era.

Imagine the air thick with the smoke from the Clyde's shipyards, the sound of the air-raid siren a familiar yet terrifying echo, and the unyielding spirit of a people determined to carry on. This isn't just a story from a history book—it's the world your ancestors lived in. Now, you can walk in their footsteps.

The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1941-1942 is more than a list of names and addresses; it is a priceless snapshot of life on the Home Front during the Second World War. For genealogists, it is the key that can unlock the door to your family's past, providing rich context when other records are scarce.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Alphabetical Directory of Residents: Pinpoint your ancestors by name. Find their exact address and, crucially, their occupation. Was your great-grandfather a shipyard riveter, a clerk in an office, or the owner of a small corner shop? This is where you find out.
Comprehensive Street Directory: Go beyond the name and see the world through their eyes. Explore every street, court, and close in Glasgow. See who their neighbours were, understand the density of their tenement, and build a picture of their local community.
Commercial & Trade Directory: Did your family run a business? Discover detailed listings for thousands of Glasgow's traders, from bakers and bankers to tailors and publicans. You might even find a vintage advertisement for their shop!
Official Information & Institutions: Gain insight into the structure of the city. Lists of council officials, churches, schools, hospitals, and transport links provide the essential framework for your ancestor's daily life.
A City Resilient: This 1941-1942 edition captures Glasgow in the immediate aftermath of the Clydebank Blitz. It’s a testament to resilience, showing a city that, while scarred, was open for business and carrying on against incredible odds.
Why This 1941-1942 Edition is Invaluable:

This isn't just any directory. It records a unique moment in history. Men were away at war, women were taking on new roles in industry, and the very fabric of the city was being tested. This directory helps you understand:

Family Mobility: Were your ancestors displaced by bombing?
Wartime Occupations: Discover new roles in munitions factories or civil defence.
The Human Story: It provides the backdrop to the stories of rationing, blackouts, and community spirit that have been passed down through your family.
Perfect For:

Genealogists tracing Glasgow family trees.
Local and social historians studying the Home Front.
Anyone researching the history of their house or street.
Writers and novelists seeking authentic historical detail.
Don't let your Glasgow ancestors remain just names on a chart. Give them a street, a trade, a community, and a place in time.

Order your copy of The Post Office Directory of Glasgow 1941-1942 and unlock their story today.