Funeral of John Minet Fector. MP, banker, merchant and rumoured free trader.
One theory suggests that John Minet Fector was in effect, the godfather of smuggling in North Kent. He was certainly …
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The 19th century Godfather of North Kent.
(The following notes suggest a different theory regarding the structure and operations of smuggling networks around North Kent, especially Seasalter …
Contraband bargains now available at your local Customs House.
The growth of the 18th and 19th century free trade touched the lives of practically everyone. The trade was driven …
Mr J. Gill: A most determined and bold Riding Officer
Some riding officers gained prominent reputations for their enthusiastic pursuit of smugglers but as we have seen elsewhere, free traders …
Blue Anchor Corner 