The purpose of this study was to quantify the importance of inheritance in wealth creation in twentieth century Britain Variables Probated values of estates left at death of 8 samples of individuals in 1902, 1924-6, 1956-7, 1965 and 1973 and the estates of their fathers/sons and other relatives. Age, occupation, inter-generation span and other variables also available. Please note: this study does not include information on named individuals and would therefore not be useful for personal family history research.