Meaning
A skilled tradesman who laid bricks to construct walls, chimneys, arches and other structures.
Description
Bricklayers were among the most sought-after craftsmen during the rapid urban expansion of the Victorian era. They worked on everything from modest terraced houses to grand public buildings, laying courses of brick in precise patterns and bonding them with mortar. The trade required both physical endurance and skilled judgement. Many bricklayers moved around the country following construction work and are found in census records lodging in areas of new development far from their place of birth.
Also Known As
Brick Layer, Mason
Commonly Found In
- Census Returns
- Trade Directories
- Parish Registers
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