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Question about an Occupation

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merseybabe

merseybabe Report 3 Nov 2006 16:07

Hi All Can anyone tell me if a Shipsmith, is the same as a Blacksmith. Thanks Ann

East Point

East Point Report 3 Nov 2006 16:19

I wouldn't have thought so Ann - why not 'Google' it. Stella

Joy

Joy Report 3 Nov 2006 16:20

Does something in a boatyard ... I'll try to find out more.

merseybabe

merseybabe Report 3 Nov 2006 16:23

Thanks for your replies Stella & Marion Ann

Joy

Joy Report 3 Nov 2006 16:24

Smith Metal worker - see also Engine Smith, Blacksmith, Fender Smith Ship's Husband Supplied stores for and maintained ships in dock Ship Master Ship's Captain - still used today - often also the vessel's owner Shipwright Builder and repairer of ships http://rmhh*.*co.uk/occup/s.html

merseybabe

merseybabe Report 3 Nov 2006 16:29

Thanks Marion You learn something new everyday Ann

Joy

Joy Report 3 Nov 2006 16:37

You're welcome ... :-) This is also useful for occupations. http://www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk/content/help/index.aspx?r=551&980

Joy

Joy Report 3 Nov 2006 16:43

Another site for you - http://www.oldbaileyonline.org/search/lists/labels/index_s.html

MrsBucketBouquet

MrsBucketBouquet Report 3 Nov 2006 16:54

...and this one too... http://rmhh*co*uk/occup/index*html