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Writes from RAF Portreath in Cornwall. Mentions he had not heard from them for a long time and wondered how they all were and comments on the good times he had with them. Writes that he has a nice car that he bought from his father and that he as…

Mentions that he is used to Spitfires now although he cannot tell them much about them but mentions a little anyway. Comment that he had not heard from them and mentions his birthday. Describes briefly his daily activities.

Writes that he was in Liverpool and on his was to his squadron. Mentioned that his father had received a letter from her and was writing back. Comment on mail to and from Canada. Comments on her move and hopes the new house is nice. Comments on his…

Mentions he had been sent to another RAF station for extra training. Had had a spell of inactivity as the RAF had lots of pilots in reserve and he was not needed yet. States they were going to train him for fighters even though he had asked for…

Provides service address at top of letter. Writes describing his current activities in Bournemouth and a little about his course. Mentions his grandmother was doing canteen work in her district and had asked her to look after Canadian soldiers…

Letting her know that he was back in England after sailing back from Canada. Describe the voyage and billeting back in England while awaiting posting. Concludes with good wishes and gossip.

From Flying Officer Syd Perkins in Canada writes of posting home and enjoyable time while waiting to go. Catches up with family news. Hoping to get out of the air force shortly but received notice to report to 16 SFTS for instructional duties.…

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