somme – Travelling Through Time to Trace Your Ancestors

By Paul McNeil January 31, 2016February 3, 2020

David Bowie

David Bowie The Family History of David Robert Jones Aladdin Sane (1913-1938-197?) Aladdin Sane was the title of an Album and single released by David Bowie at the height of … Continue reading David Bowie

By Paul McNeil April 25, 2015December 24, 2022

The Water Diviner in Reality, Australian Brothers in Arms, Gallipoli and a Father’s search

I went to see the latest Russell Crowe film, The Water Diviner recently, and was impressed by the depth of feeling and unbiased treatment he gave to the subject matter … Continue reading The Water Diviner in Reality, Australian Brothers in Arms, Gallipoli and a Father’s search

By Paul McNeil June 29, 2013November 13, 2022

The Forgotten Twins of the Somme

A mystery? How could Time Detectives refuse?

By Paul McNeil July 1, 2009December 26, 2022

Australian Family History

The majority of Australians have family roots in the UK, and it is always interesting to trace them back from hot southern sun to rainy fileds in Britain where their … Continue reading Australian Family History