Letter from Kenneth Smith to his mother

Letter from Kenneth Smith to his mother

Writes that his base is quite good and about 10 miles from Grimsby. Writes about his journey by train with all his kit of which he had a lot. Mentions that it was easier to get home than from previous stations. Comments on finances and heavy mess bill from pervious station. Mentions melting snow and having wet feet. Hopes to have leave in the near future. Asks if she could send him one of their big cases and tells her to send laundry when she can. Describes the mess and dining on new station.

1945-01-12

1944-01-10

Four page handwritten letter and envelope

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