Early Life: London, England. Walter Hancock I can now say with some assuredness was born in 1833. He was baptised at St Luke’s West Norwood, London, England. His death certificate (which I purchased) gave his age at death as 45, which was incorrect. He was 38 at his death. Walter was in custodial care at … Continue reading Walter Hancock (1833 – 1871) and Louisa Hall (1833 -1887) (Callan) – London brickmaker to Hawke’s Bay pioneers.