Letter from Lewis Ellis to his mother and father

Letter from Lewis Ellis to his mother and father

Writes that he had been busy after returning from new year's leave which he describes. Says that they had stopped flying due to intense cold. Acknowledges receipt of parcel (cigarettes) and letters. Comments that all RAF pilots expected to be home before March. Says he is fed up with Canada and wants to get home. Records temperature of -44 degrees.

1943-01-20

Two page handwritten letter and envelope

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