Origins of the Korten surname

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    In 1921, most Kortens lived in london

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    47 Korten Travel & migration records
    39 Kortens found in all Census records

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    Common jobs for Kortens

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

    Commmon female occupations for Kortens in 1921

    Cook

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    Housemaid (Domestic)

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    Commmon male occupations for Kortens in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    2

    Bag Trade Leather

    1

    Boot Maker Handsewn

    1

    Clerks

    1

    Electric Belt Fitter

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