Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron

Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron

The writer has received letters and cards from Les' mother indicating he is alive.

1941-09-05

One typewritten sheet

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No. 139 (Jamaica) Squadron,
Royal Air Force,
Aylsham, Norfolk.

5th September 1941.

Dear Mrs. Pickford,

Thank you very much for your letter, with enclosures, which I have been very interested to read. In the circumstances there certainly seems to be some doubt as to the accuracy of the report of your son's death and I am making enquiries to have the matter definitely cleared up.

As soon as I hear anything I will advise you and I will return your son's letters and cards to you by registered post at an early date.

Yours sincerely,

[signature]
Flight Lieutenant, Adjutant,
for Wing Commander,
Commanding,
No.139 (Jamaica) Squadron, R.A.F.

Mrs.A.Pickford,
41 Broadlea Road,
Kingsway,
Manchester.