Origins of the Flanagan surname

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    In 1921, most Flanagans lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Flanagan

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    Common jobs for Flanagans

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

    Commmon female occupations for Flanagans in 1921

    Dressmaker

    77

    Domestic Servant

    60

    Cotton Weaver

    59

    General Servant

    54

    Charwoman

    47

    Commmon male occupations for Flanagans in 1921

    General Labourer

    171

    Dock Labourer

    93

    Coal Miner

    80

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    70

    Tailor

    67

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