Origins of the Dreyfus surname

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    In 1921, most Dreyfuses lived in london

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    Common jobs for Dreyfuses

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    Commmon female occupations for Dreyfuses in 1921

    Private Means

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    Assistant Dressmaker

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    Clerk Clearing House Branch G P O

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    Dressmaker

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    Female Clerk London

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    Commmon male occupations for Dreyfuses in 1921

    Bank Clerk

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    Book Keeper

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    Cabinet Maker

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    Chemical Manufacturer

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    Foremen

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