Origins of the Flanigan surname

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    In 1921, most Flanigans lived in london

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    Common jobs for Flanigans

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

    Commmon female occupations for Flanigans in 1921

    Charwoman

    10

    Domestic Servant

    10

    Cotton Winder

    9

    Hawker

    9

    House Servant

    8

    Commmon male occupations for Flanigans in 1921

    Coal Miner

    41

    Dock Labourer

    26

    General Labourer

    25

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    18

    Bricklayers Labourer

    13

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