Origins of the Bresnen surname

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    In 1921, most Bresnens lived in north-west

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    190 Bresnens found in all Census records

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    Common jobs for Bresnens

    Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

    Commmon female occupations for Bresnens in 1921

    Boarding House Keeper

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    Charwoman Domestic

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    Cook

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    Dress Maker

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    Forewoman Soap Stamping Room

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    Commmon male occupations for Bresnens in 1921

    Labourer...

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    Fireman

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    Marine Fireman

    2

    Miner Incline Braker

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    Shipyard Labourer

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