Researching Henry Nicholls
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The name Henry means "ruler of the home" and is of German origin.
Records of Henry Nicholls on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Henry Nicholls and the Nicholls Family History
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Some Famous People called Henry Nicholls
Henry George Nicholls
Henry George Nicholls (1825–1867) was Perpetual curate of the church of the Holy Trinity, East Dean−, in the Forest of Dean. He wrote three books on the area and its history. His work includes information on such landmarks as St Briavels Castle and Speech House. His descriptions and historical information continue to be cited as authority concerning the history of the area.
Nicholls was the only son of Sir George Nicholls, K.C.B. He was educated at Rugby School and Trinity College, Cambridge, where he received a B.A. in 1845 and an M.A. in 1848. He assumed his position at the church of the Holy Trinity in 1847 and held it until he died. He was married and was survived by twin boys.
Source: Henry George Nicholls, Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaOther names that sound a bit like Nicholls
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