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Ratcatchers Talk
Organisers - The Centre for Heritage and Family History, 2nd Floor, Reading Central Library, Abbey Square, Reading, Berkshire RG1 3BQ
Thursday 24 April
2 - 3.15pm£5 (£4 Berks FHS members)
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Ratcatchers Talk
The 19th century saw a rapid rise in urbanisation, often resulting in overcrowding and congestion. This not only made things difficult for humans, but created an enticing environment for rodents. Rats threatened food supply and carried a potential risk of disease. As a result, and to combat this, a new profession arose – the rat catcher. This new industry was highly sought after, and in turn gave rise to modern rodent control. Speaker David Cufley will describe how the ratcatchers plied their trade and earned their money, including sporting events involving rats that took place in pubs.
Pre-booking is required, because the event link will be sent in advance. To join this talk, you will need a computer device with speakers. Ideally, also a webcam and microphone. You also need to be able to access the internet from it. First-time users of Zoom, will be asked to download a small piece of software, which will be sent in advance.
This fair is organised by Berkshire Family History Society CIO, a registered charity number 1204390.
Image: The rat catchers, 1900, Photographic Collection from Australia, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons web
Pre-booking is required, because the event link will be sent in advance. To join this talk, you will need a computer device with speakers. Ideally, also a webcam and microphone. You also need to be able to access the internet from it. First-time users of Zoom, will be asked to download a small piece of software, which will be sent in advance.
This fair is organised by Berkshire Family History Society CIO, a registered charity number 1204390.
Image: The rat catchers, 1900, Photographic Collection from Australia, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons web
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