Origins of the Avant surname

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    In 1921, most Avants lived in london

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    Common jobs for Avants

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    Common female occupations for Avants in 1921

    At Home

    6

    Dressmaker

    5

    Living On Own Means

    5

    Domestic Servant

    4

    House Keeper

    3

    Common male occupations for Avants in 1921

    Farm Hands

    25

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    13

    General Farmers

    9

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    8

    Carpenter

    7

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