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Family History6 Comments

1956 – Rum And Salt

April 27, 2018May 7, 2018 Robert Roy Hodgson

Mass Teddy’s son, Cecil and two of his nephews, Valdie and Rennie had emigrated to England. The story of what would prove to be an eventful year, now continues…. Southfield Mass Teddy, whose occupation was now listed as a cultivator, … Continue reading 1956 – Rum And Salt

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1952 – In The Midlands

March 18, 2018March 18, 2018 Robert Roy Hodgson

Cecil Hodgson had left Jamaica. Firstly he went to London, then he travelled down to the Midlands. The story continues…. Being black, Cecil found it extremely difficult to find accommodation In The Midlands. The English didn’t want black people living … Continue reading 1952 – In The Midlands

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