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Same surname, same village... related?

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Phoenix

Phoenix Report 17 Sep 2004 18:09

Manorial records, gravestones, land tax assessments, poor law records, mention in local history books. Anything you can lay your hands on. One ancestor has 4 grandparents, all with the same surname and I don't think I'll ever sort that out! Good luck Brenda

Gwyn in Kent

Gwyn in Kent Report 17 Sep 2004 16:51

We have the same problem, Bec and feel there must be a link but we have tracked both families back to the 1700s without finding it,- yet. Have you tried Wills? They can be really useful at sorting out relationships.

Bec

Bec Report 17 Sep 2004 11:59

Hello! I really am struggling here. Could anyone suggest how I can associate or disassociate people with the same surnames in the same areas? I've reached a brick wall and although I've found possible relatives I don't how to confirm their connection. Any help would be great fully appreicated Thank you Becx