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Bryan Llewellyn

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Bryan Report 17 Jul 2003 05:15

In February 1803 an 18 month old baby was abandoned in Antwerp, Belgium. He was given the name Henricus Geelbroeck, or "Gold Breeches" in Flemish, as he was dressed in yellow pants. His children emigrated to London in the mid 1800s and the name was changed to Gilbrook. This spelling is now used in the USA and Canada as well. If you are related please contact me.

Phyllis

Phyllis Report 2 Nov 2007 21:56

Hi Brian, if you are still out there it's Phyllis Gilbrook, still pressing on after nearly 20 years. Do contact me if you read this. Lots to exchange!!