The Monumental Inscriptions Of St Matthew's Ipswich Suffolk 1884

Unlock Your Ipswich Ancestors: The Monumental Inscriptions of St Matthew's, Suffolk (1884)

A Timeless Record of Victorian Ipswich. Discover the names, dates, and stories preserved from the churchyard of St Matthew's before they were lost to time.

Are the walls of St Matthew's churchyard in Ipswich holding the secrets to your family's past? For any genealogist or family historian with roots in Suffolk, this book is an indispensable key. Step back into 1884 and walk the churchyard as it was then, with a complete and careful transcription of every legible monument and headstone. This is more than just a list of names; it's a direct link to the lives, loves, and losses of your Victorian ancestors.

Complete Transcriptions: Full, verbatim texts from the gravestones and memorials within St Matthew's Church and its surrounding yard.

Crucial Genealogical Data: Uncover birth, death, and burial dates that can fill gaps in your family tree and break down stubborn brick walls.

Precious Family Links: Find vital clues to family relationships, such as "beloved wife of John," "eldest son of," or "also their dear children," helping you piece together entire family units.

Poignant Epitaphs & Memorials: Read the actual verses and tributes chosen by families, offering a deeply personal glimpse into their values and sorrows.

A Snapshot in Time: Gain insight into the social fabric of 19th-century Ipswich, from prominent citizens to ordinary families.

(Why This 1884 Edition is a Genealogist's Goldmine)

This is not a modern survey. It is a historical transcription, captured in 1884. Why is this so important? Over the last 140+ years, many of these fragile stone monuments have weathered, become illegible, or have been removed entirely. This book preserves a vital snapshot of the churchyard as it existed in the Victorian era, containing information that is now lost to the world. For many ancestors, this may be the only written record of their final resting place.

(Who Is This Book For?)
This essential resource is perfect for:

Anyone with family history roots in Ipswich or the wider Suffolk area.
Genealogists researching ancestors from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.
Local and social historians studying the community of St Matthew's parish.
Descendants of the Ipswich diaspora looking to connect with their heritage.
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Don't let your ancestors' stories fade into illegible stone. Add this essential piece of Ipswich's history to your genealogy library today and discover the names that form the foundation of your family tree.

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