Tag Archives: Deptford

Accentuate the Positive 2013

Posted on December 31, 2013 by rebelhand

It’s New Year’s Eve, a time when people drink too much look back on the past year and assess their achievements – and the things that didn’t quite go to plan. And it’s too easy for many of us to … Continue reading →

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Posted in Blogging, Nicholas Delaney, Website | Tagged 2013, 2014, Anglesey, blogger, Blogging, Deptford, geneablogging, genealogy, Griffith Owen, Guildhall Library, James Thomas Richards, NewYear, OldBailey, positive | 10 Comments

The thief up the chimney: Old Bailey Online 10th anniversary post

Posted on April 14, 2013 by rebelhand

This is a tale of larceny and pubs – and a certain amount of naivety. The combination was disastrous for James Thomas Richards, a 20-year-old Thames waterman, and lucky for me, since he’s my great-great grandfather and met my 2x … Continue reading →

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Posted in Australia, Convicts, London, Trial | Tagged #OBO10, Central Criminal Court, Convict, Deptford, James Thomas Richards, London, New South Wales, Old Bailey, Old Bailey Online, Transportation, trial | 18 Comments

Deep down in Deptford (and thumbs up for archives)

Posted on June 9, 2012 by rebelhand

Deep into Deptford’s history, that is, looking for secrets in the streets. And possibly finding my great-great-great-great grandparents – how exciting! Today, June 9th, is International Archives Day and I’m hugely grateful to all the archivists and the archives, small … Continue reading →