Letter from Stanley Shaw to his wife

Letter from Stanley Shaw to his wife

Writes after returning from operation to Italy. Catches up with family news and journey back to base. Enjoyed his leave at home and mentions next leave.

1943-08-13

Two page handwritten letter

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Dunholme

13-8-43.

Darling

This will have to be a rush letter I am tired I have just returned from Italy & I could go to sleep now but I want you to get this letter before the weekend as I know you like to receive one if possible How are you darling I hope you are all well, did you manage to get back to sleep the other morning with

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Pam, I thought by the look of her she had got up to stay, I missed the bus, but caught the train & was there in good time, quite a change I thought.

I thoroughly enjoyed being at home again, by the way our leave has been brought forward to the 9th so it will not be so long after all, & I am ready.

Well darling I am nearly asleep so cherio [sic] & God Bless you all Give Elaine & Pam a kiss for me.

Tons of Love

[underlined] Stan [/underlined]

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