It’s antiquated language but can still be found in wills and division of property. In Barbados we learn the origin of the expression “all my goods and chattels” and while Chattel houses are still being built, over the years the structure has changed to adapt to the Caribbean weather and particularly, hurricanes. For more information: check out episode #153 in the International category
About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.