The life and adventures of a mildly dotty old bird.
Tuesday, 19 January 2016
Check The Chart Afore Ye Wed
A table of kindred and affinity no less which told you exactly who you could not legally marry. With our understanding of genetics these days some of these exclusions no longer apply but a fascinating piece of social history no less. This little gem was out of sight on the back of a local church door.
Arilx
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Phew.... I managed to avoid all of those!
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