18 November: **Lost in London? Solving your London Family History Problems ** Tracing your ancestors back to the period before civil registration and the Victorian census returns can present a genuine challenge to most family historians. But if your family came from Middlesex/London, the problems that you’re likely to face can be even harder to overcome. The population of London doubled between 1801 and 1841 making it the most populated city in world. The administration of the area was enormously complicated. The records of the various authorities responsible for running London are now spread around a number of different record offices.This talk will explain how to access and make the most of the capital’s diverse collection of records and will give some useful tips on tracking down those elusive Middlesex/London ancestors. This talk at London Metropolitan Archives on Thursday 18 November from 2 to 3 pm is FREE but you must book in advance on 020 7332 3851. 23 November: **London During World War I - Guided Walk** Hear about the fascination and terror of the Zeppelin and Gotha bombing campaigns. Discover more about the internment of the German community, Belgian refugees, rationing, the women’s war and how some wounded soldiers entertained themselves. Meet at Holborn. Walk ends at Embankment. This guided walk on Tuesday 23 November from 11 am to 1 pm is £5. You must book in advance on 020 7332 3851. (Please note: the walk originally advertised for Monday 22 November has now sold out.) 29 November: **To The Rescue - Discover the history of the Royal Humane Society, Lloyd’s Patriotic Fund, Lloyd’s Medals and the Society for the Protection of Life >From Fire.** For over two hundred years these organizations have bestowed bravery awards to men and women including a Tsar, Grace Darling and Bram Stoker. The records of these organizations held by LMA tell the stories of the bravery of ordinary people in times of war and peace. There will be the opportunity to view documents from the collections. This talk at London Metropolitan Archives on Monday 29 November from 2 to 3 pm is FREE but you must book in advance on 020 7332 3851 Ann Middx Admin