Origins of the Brecknall surname

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    In 1921, most Brecknalls lived in south-east

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    Common jobs for Brecknalls

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    Commmon female occupations for Brecknalls in 1921

    C Yarn Winder

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    Carpet Factory Hand Yarn Winder

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    Factory Hand Roving (Worsted Spinning Mill)

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    House Keeper Domestic

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    House Servant

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    Commmon male occupations for Brecknalls in 1921

    Butcher

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    Carpet Weaver

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    Inn Keeper

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    Watch Maker

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