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THE LUNCHHOUR GENEALOGIST

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Ancestral pastimes

his month we’re challenging you to see what you can discover about the pastimes and hobbies that your ancestors had. Begin with your own memories and those of other family members. Was there any sporting where you could be lucky enough to find anything from mention of an ancestor’s long service at a pigeon racing club to a relative winning a prize for baking at the village gala.

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