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Was your ancestor a shoemaker or cordwainer? Step into the fascinating history of shoemaking! From village craftsmen constructing bespoke footwear, to the rise of factory production, discover how the trade evolved over time. Graham Bandy will examine how conflicts, from the Civil War to the World Wars, drove advancements in boot and shoe manufacturing. Plus, uncover historical records that may reveal new insights into your shoemaker ancestors.
Graham Bandy has spent most of his life either in the army, in nursing, or doing both. He runs Living Military History and specialises in military history research and the identification of military photographs, uniforms and cap badges. He is the military expert at Family Tree magazine, the expert here at the SoG Armed Forces Advice Hour and a much sought after speaker at family history events. Graham is the author of two books: Identifying Cap Badges and Nursing at the Frontline: A WW2 Diary from North Africa and Italy. He is feverishly working away at four more books which are all due by the end of the year. His next one is due with his editor imminently…!
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