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Offline Rhodie

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Hammett
« on: Wednesday 05 November 08 17:53 GMT (UK) »
I have quite a large database of the surname Hammett, my main interest is in Dorset, particuarly Tolpuddle but I have gathered quite a few others from other parts of the country over the years.

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Re: Hammett
« Reply #1 on: Sunday 29 May 16 15:25 BST (UK) »
Hello Rhodie,

My g g grandfather was Thomas Hammett 1829-1888 from Blandford forum but I believe his father was William circa 1794-1880?  from wimborne. any connection to your Hammett's?

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Dan Hazard

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Re: Hammett
« Reply #2 on: Sunday 29 May 16 17:02 BST (UK) »
Have sent you a PM Dan.

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Re: Hammett
« Reply #3 on: Sunday 29 May 16 19:12 BST (UK) »
yes Rhodie,

all your info is correct.
I know there was much movement over the centuries between Northern France and England.
I have many Huguenots whose names look English or have been Anglicized like Marshall, Blanchard or Carre to Carr.

My hypothesis is that Hammett may well have French origins, your thoughts?

Dan
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