So That’s Why… Thomas Blanket Changed His Name November 5, 2022 • Richard McFahn • You are here: Home » Migration 12: How welcome were the Flemish migrants in Sandwich? » So That’s Why… Thomas Blanket Changed His Name About the author Richard McFahn Founder of History Resource Cupboard, Richard has worked for 20 years as a history teacher, subject and senior leader, Advanced Skills Teacher, local authority adviser and history ITE tutor.