Family Histories and Blogs
Grandad’s Wartime Diary 1938-1945
Experience a frontline seaside town through the eyes of John Francis Budd, a local grocer and WWI veteran. This reimagined diary captures the daily grit, air raids, and rationing of wartime Eastbourne from 1938–1945.
Family of Criminals
In the 19th century, the "black sheep" of a family often left behind the most detailed paper trails because of their interactions with the state. While their stories are difficult, they provide a rare, intimate look at the lives of your ancestors that census records alone could never capture.
Family In Wartime
Whether on the frontlines of battle or serving valiantly on the home front, these courageous men and women stood united in defence of their families, their communities, and their nation. Through bravery and devotion will be remembered with respect, gratitude, and honour for generations to come.
Funnell Family Grave
Located at St Michael and All Angels Church, Berwick, Sussex, this archive records thirteen individuals commemorated between 1929 and 2024. It documents family names, dates, inscriptions, and causes of death, from illness to accidents.
Herbert Ashwin Budd
Explore the life and work of Herbert Ashwin Budd (1881–1950), a renowned British painter. This page details his artistic career, teaching legacy, and features a gallery of his landscapes, portraits, and iconic posters.
