Family Histories and Blogs

John Francis Budd Eastbourne Wartime Diary book cover

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.
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Family In War Time

Family In Wartime


Whether on the front lines 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 sacrifice, resilience, and unwavering commitment, they shaped history, and their bravery and devotion will be remembered with respect, gratitude, and honour for generations to come.
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Barbara Budd Tending The Family Grave

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.
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Barbara Budd Tending The Family Grave

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, creating a detailed genealogical resource that traces generations of local lineage and connections to Sussex community.
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Herbert Ashwin Budd

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.
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