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Two passports – One British Citizen and one British Subject

Title
Two passports – One British Citizen and one British Subject
Description
In passports ‘British Subject: Citizen of the United Kingdom and Colonies’ was replaced for most with ‘British Citizen’ in 1981. Many were unaware passports are not considered proof of citizenship.
Location
United Kingdom
Date
1981
Unknown
Collection
The ‘Windrush’ Scandal
Source
Items provided courtesy of Guyana SPEAKS
Rights
Permission for reproduction provided courtesy of Guyana SPEAKS.

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Item Number
38

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