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This is my grandfather holding my mother Jan with a workmate in front of the breakdown saw that took his left hand above the wrist a few months previously in 1941. Mum just turned 85. Any improvement would be much appreciated. Thankyou.

Thank you  stevew101

I have recently been contacted by another member of My Heritage for help in finding the descendants of the owner of a family bible she is in possession of. In the 1970's and 80's her father was an auctioneer and importer of English antiques in the USA. In one of these shipments was a Family Bible with an inscription "Edward Gaskin- With many thanks and good wishes _______ __________(can't make out the name but I think it's Percy) Willingham. January 1837." The Edward Gaskin in question was born Jan 29 1808 in Willington, Derbyshire UK. He died Oct 1875 in Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, England, UK. His wife was Ann Gaskin (Bull(Crosley)) Born Oct 17 1808 in Chorley, Saint Laurence, Lancashire, England, U.K. She died Oct 1863 in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England, U.K. The current owners name is Kathy Willingham Odom and it may be that her ancestor is the donor of this Bible. She would like to find any living relatives to return this Heirloom to if possible. I have been able to trace his direct line back to 1428. Very interesting. Many thanks in advance for any help. PS , he is also one of the nuts in my tree being related by 10 steps.

Thank you Sashar and Cando. The diary is amazing reading. Was that an extraordinary voyage or was that normal ? I don't think any of us would put up with that now. I am getting in touch with another of his relatives who still lives on one of the family farms for any more info.  Chris