Origins of the Fabian surname

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    In 1921, most Fabians lived in london

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    Common jobs for Fabians

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

    Commmon female occupations for Fabians in 1921

    Dressmaker

    20

    Laundress

    9

    General Servant Domestic

    8

    Living On Own Means

    8

    None

    6

    Commmon male occupations for Fabians in 1921

    Mate

    22

    Shipwright

    19

    Carpenter

    16

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    16

    Semiskilled Mechanics And Repairmen

    11

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