Ted Mayhew (1919-1982): His WWII journey began in France, and he survived the breakout from Cassel before being captured
Category: Paternal Family Stories
Smokes, skies, and simple pleasures
Charlie Mayhew (1902-1969) one man's quest to escape the mundane confines of a working-class life
A snakes and ladders life
William Mayhew (1882-1918): Against the odds, a disadvantaged Englishman embarks on a journey to secure a better future for his family in the US
One of the lucky ones
Ted Mayhew (1890-1971): A journey of service from volunteering in 1914 to returning home
Farming the future
John Mayhew (1716-1769): a Norfolk farmer at the cutting edge of a rural revolution
Destiny and duty
Emma Levens (1873-1908) a story of love, marriage and motherhood in urban nineteenth century London
An early ‘Anti-Vaxxer’
Edward Wackrill (1840-1878) a nineteenth century 'anti-vaxxer' who refused to be vaccinated against smallpox
One purple moment
Harry Mayhew (1886-1933): a teapot full of gold coins leads to mishap and courtroom chaos
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980)
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): A film editor and father, remembered for his extraordinary life and contributions
The Tooting years
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): an unconventional family history begins in 20th century Tooting









