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| Hoe Place, Woking - owned by several members of the Walter Family |
My Walter family history spans several centuries across England and a few of its colonies. The stories of their lives reflect the social history of the times, and some of the courage and daring that forged progress towards to the modern English-speaking world. The portraits give an opportunity to step into worlds with very different ethical and moral viewpoints, leading to some actions that we decry now, and others that seem totally absurd. The influence of money and power thread through the stories and family relationships with all shades of commitment and conflict.
'Walter' would not normally be an easy family surname to trace back through the centuries. The pivotal role of Richard Walter who travelled to Barbados in the years around 1655 and his son John, who married Lucy Alleyne leading to the 'Alleyne' name being prominent in ensuing generations has facilitated research into this fascinating family.
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