Origins of the Brocken surname

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    In 1921, most Brockens lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Brocken

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    Who were Brockens most likely to marry?

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    What are the most common Brocken first names?

    John

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    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Brockens

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

    Common female occupations for Brockens in 1921

    Dressmaker

    11

    Collar Machinist

    5

    Dress Maker

    2

    General Servant Domestic

    2

    Monthly Nurse

    2

    Common male occupations for Brockens in 1921

    Engine Fitter

    3

    Carter

    2

    Engineer Grow Moulder

    2

    Fireman On Ship

    2

    Foreman Engineer

    2

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