Origins of the Grogan surname

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    In 1921, most Grogans lived in london

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    Common jobs for Grogans

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    Commmon female occupations for Grogans in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    57

    Charwoman

    28

    Laundress

    28

    Servant

    25

    Housekeeper

    24

    Commmon male occupations for Grogans in 1921

    General Labourer

    81

    Dock Labourer

    44

    Bricklayers Labourer

    31

    Coal Miner

    30

    Farm Hands

    28

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