redkimba

My grandmother told me about one of my great-great grandfathers being from a place called Johnnybull England. She very specifically said that it wasn't in England.

I spelled it phonetically, but I can't find it via google search

Does anyone recognize this place?

Katrine

Don't think it's a place - I've never heard of it as a placename, but John Bull is a well-known folklore character, see
http://www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/JohnBull.htm

Katrine

Sorry, I also meant to say that there quite a few pubs called "The John Bull" or similar.

amma

He is quite the character...much more earthy than our "Uncle Sam" :D

Karenmay

Over here,people who are honest, straightforward, and ready to stand up for their beliefs are known as "straight John Bull"
I suppose he's our version of your 'Uncle Sam'!

Karen xx

redkimba

Okay. May have to pay attention when/if I do more research on that. Thank you for the info though.

Karenmay

Hi Loretta...I pop in most days just for a nosy round so I'm keeping my eye on you!! lol
I havent done an awful lot of quilting lately (got a problem with my back) but will have to pull my finger out after Christmas as Ive got 3 nieces who are all pregnant and they all want quilts! (Must be something in the water!)


Karen xxx