I believe that "M" means master and "A" means apprentice. Sharon Luchsinger -----Original Message----- From: isle-of-wight-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:isle-of-wight-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Charles Flawn Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2010 4:42 PM To: isle-of-wight@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [IoW] ISLE-OF-WIGHT Digest, Vol 5, Issue 77 Hello, I have had a look at the excellent database for Apprenticeships, and to my surprise found a William Vine (M), Now, what does the 'M' mean? How can I find out to whom he was apprenticed and in what trade. Any help will be very gratefully received Best regards Charles