A Calendar Of The Freemen Of Lynn Norfolk 1292-1836

A Calendar of the Freemen of Lynn, Norfolk, 1292-1836

Unlock Over 540 Years of Norfolk Ancestry

Step back into the vibrant history of King's Lynn, one of England's most important medieval port towns. For centuries, the town's lifeblood was its Freemen—the merchants, craftsmen, and traders who held the exclusive right to conduct business, own property, and shape the community's destiny. Now, for the first time in a single, comprehensive volume, their names are brought to light.

"A Calendar of the Freemen of Lynn, Norfolk, 1292-1836" is an indispensable resource for any genealogist or historian with roots in this region. This meticulously compiled register bridges the crucial gap between medieval records and the start of civil registration, offering a direct line to your ancestors from the reign of Edward I through to the age of Victoria.

Inside this cornerstone reference, you will discover:

Chronological Entries: A complete, easy-to-navigate list of every man admitted to the Freedom of Lynn between 1292 and 1836.
Full Names & Dates: The precise date of your ancestor's admission, allowing you to pinpoint their place in history.
Method of Admission: Invaluable clues to family relationships. Discover if your ancestor became a Freeman by Patrimony (the son of a Freeman), Apprenticeship (revealing his master and trade), or by Redemption (purchase).
Occupational Clues: Many entries are accompanied by the individual's trade, from Mercer and Tailor to Mariner and Barber-Surgeon, painting a vivid picture of their daily lives.
A Genealogical Lifeline: This record is a powerful tool for breaking through brick walls, confirming family connections, and adding rich social and economic context to your family tree.
Who will benefit from this book?

The Genealogist: Tracing family lines in King's Lynn and West Norfolk before 1837.
The Local Historian: Researching the social and commercial fabric of Lynn over six centuries.
The Social & Economic Historian: Studying patterns of trade, apprenticeship, and social mobility.
Don't let your Norfolk ancestors remain just names on a parish register. Let them walk again as the proud Freemen they were. Add this definitive calendar to your collection and unlock the stories waiting within.