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Vice Versa: Ancestor Crimes and Virtues Uncovered (also Online) – GI 25 177

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13 February 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm GMT

Tutor: Lorraine Spindler, BA Hons, Dip Euro Hum

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Date: 13 February 2026
Time:
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Length of Course:
4 Fridays
Reference Code:
GI 25 177
Location:
Ward Street
Guildford, Surrey GU1 4LH

Overview

Uncover scandals and philanthropy using sources such as criminal records, parish registers, personal letters and newspaper archives. Learn to verify stories, contextualise misdeeds and scandalous liaisons, plus celebrate acts of goodwill. Equip yourself with research techniques to reveal the full spectrum of your ancestors’ lives.

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