Origins of the Gildon surname

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    In 1921, most Gildons lived in south-east

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    Common jobs for Gildons

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    Commmon female occupations for Gildons in 1921

    Waterman

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    Daughter

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    Domestic Servant

    3

    Horse Clothing Maker

    3

    Dressmaker

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Gildons in 1921

    Waterman

    12

    Butcher

    8

    Carpenter

    8

    Agricultural Labourer

    6

    Cab Driver

    4

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