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Letter from John Mansell to his parents and Joy
John writes that he is thinking of them on Christmas day. He has been involved with films at the theatre.
Letter from John Mansell to his parents
John writes that he has received several letters. He asks about family and friends.
Action when lost - Navigator's Notes
John Mansell's notes.
'Tale End Albert' by Harry Holmes
A humorous poem about a rear gunner in the style of Albert and the Lion by Marriott Edgar made popular by Stanley Holloway.
Letter to Mrs Hunt
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A hand written letter sent to Mrs Hunt from O.C Southwell, offering support on the news of Mrs Hunt's son being reported missing. Mrs Southwell writes of her husband being missing also.
Letter to Mrs Hunt
A handwritten letter sent to Mrs Hunt sending apologies on the news of Mrs Hunt's son being reported missing. The letter is written by an Alison Bayeud.
Letter to Mrs McNamara from George Read
Apologises for delay in writing as he though earlier would upset her. Now considered that was wrong and that she would like to know what happened. Gives condolence on loss of 'Mac'. Goes on to describe events on operation to Nienburg on 17 December…
Letter to Lewis Ellis from Curly
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From a friend. Author states that he will be in Norwich the following weekend and suggest they meet up. Writes about his upcoming activities at a transport OTU.
Treasured memories. Stanley Eccleston
To son, flight sergeant Stanley, presumed killed in Germany.
On Monday Next
Programme of a comedy in which Henry plays the parts of Charlie and a doctor as part of the Hambros Bank Dramatic Society.
Spotlight on Variety
Programme of a revue, priced at 6d, with proceeds to the Women's Land Army Benevolent Fund.
Lancasters Pound Kaiserslautern
A newspaper cutting about an operation at the railway yards.
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This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
Telegram to Reg Muir's mother
Advising that it is believed that her son has died.
Lettercard from Les Pickford to his mother
He repeats his request for family photographs and cigarettes.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
He writes that he is well asks Minnie for a pullover. The library is thriving but they are short of cigarettes, still. He asks for two black ties.
Bob Francis and Crew
A newspaper cutting with 12 airmen. The text states that they have just returned from the Heligoland Bight area. On the reverse five are named including Bob.
A Wartime Log
A book used as a photo and sketch album. It contains sketches of his wife, Dorothy Frances Lydiard Kellett (nee Abbott), two sketches of horses, images taken during plays including ‘Morning Star’, '10 Minute Alibi', '‘Thunder Rock’, 'A Revue'…
Letter to Arthur Hope's Father
The letter advises Arthur's father that his son is missing.
Training Group
34 trainee airmen grouped in three rows. On the reverse each man has signed his name.
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This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
Sorrento
1. Street with an end view of a tram. On the right is a high garden wall and beyond the tram is a residential building.
2. A view looking north from Sorento towards Sant'Agnello and Meta. In the lower left is Sorento's Marina Grande. In the trees,…
2. A view looking north from Sorento towards Sant'Agnello and Meta. In the lower left is Sorento's Marina Grande. In the trees,…
River Danube and Kalamaki Aerodrome
Handwritten descriptions of two operations. One to lay mines in the River Danube, near Gyor, Hungary and the other to bomb Kalamaki Aerodrome near Athens, Greece.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He is not flying because his pilot is ill. He writes about getting tyres for his car and playing in cricket match.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He discusses letters and a problem involving insurance. he is looking forward to his next leave.
Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
He discusses what flying he has to do to complete his course. He is pleased with his new wireless operator who is also a pianist.