Inquests 1942–1963
We hold a fairly complete set of Coroners Inquest Papers for the years 1940–1963.
The papers can include particulars of the deceased and the circumstances of death; copies of testimonies and of statements by the police, medical officers or others concerned with the reporting of the death; a list of witnesses; and a copy of the coroner's finding as to the cause of death. This webinar shows you how to find these papers.
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