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Part of prisoner of war letter to W H Armstrong
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Letter from torn in half with just left hand side visible. Addressed to Maud and Bill.
Prisoner of war postcard from Bob to Maud and Bill Armstrong
Reports arrival of several items of mail. Suggests they know where he is and that Fred, Dusty and Joe were all in same camp. Writes that food parcel situation is acute but hoping for merry Christmas.
Prisoner of war postcard from Bob to Maud and Bill Armstrong
Thanks them for letters and reports lack of cigarettes but hopes for improvement. Thanks them for blades and reports on friends study progress.
Letter to mum and dad from Bill
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Writes of receiving news news that Bob was missing. Mentions waiting period is hard but there was always a good chance of him being safe, Speculates on future and urges them not to lose heart. PS news of Joe being a prisoner of war but news took two…
Field Service postcard from Robert Baker to Mr and Mrs W T Baker
Pre-printed postcard with phrases to be crossed out indicating sender was quite well, was being sent down to the base and letter follows.
Telegram from Bob Baker
Reporting he was back in England.
Letter from W T Baker to LL Irvin
Thanks him for letter and writes that he had informed his son that his membership of the caterpillar club would be forwarded in due course. Asks about parachute packer and writes of the circumstances of his son's surviving to become prisoner.
Telegram to LA Barker [sic]
Return to unit immediately.
Letter to W T Baker from war casualties accounts depot
Confirms £8 found in son's effects is noted as credit to his account. Asks for authority that sum can be remitted.
Robert Baker school certificate
Awarded certificate with credit for eight subjects. On the reverse list subjects studied.
Robert Baker's baptism certificate
Certificate for baptism in 1921 and lists sponsors. Surrounded by religious theme artwork.
National service grade card
Made out for Robert Baker placed in grade 1 (one) by Manchester medical board. On the reverse a description of man.
RAFVR postponement of calling up for service
Delayed entry to service until called forward. In meantime remain in reserves with no pay or allowances.
Notice for the information of accepted air crew candidates
Explains deferred service meaning, length and civil employment during, The covers A.T.C training, entry for wireless operator/air gunner duties, immediate employment, further education, candidates under 18 and general advice to candidates on deferred…
Advice to the relative of a man who is missing
Covers measures taken by service departments to trace missing personnel through red cross and enemy governments. Any news would be passed on if reliable. Advises against listening to enemy broadcasts.
Notes for the general information of the next-of-kin or other relatives of airmen missing, deceased, prisoner of war or interned
Covers private effects under RAF control as well as family and dependents allowances and pay. Goes on to cover airmen reported as prisoners of war and handling enquiries. Continues with rules for deceased airmen including pensions.
Instructions for reply
Instructions to reply to Red Cross message
Incorporated accounts society of Manchester and District annual dinner table plan
Table plan and list of members of society.
Britannic Assurance letter to R Baker
Covers conditions attached to reversionary bonus declares as at 31 December 1951. Letter on declared bonus.
Receipt for wedding reception
Bill for £17 16s 5d for luncheons and wine. Receipt made out to R Baker.
Invitation to aircrew selection board
For R Baker to attend the No 3 RAF Recruit Centre Padgate on 27 October 1941 for aviation candidates selection board. Gives advice to attendees. On the reverse subsistence allowances.
National Service enlistment notice
Made out for R Baker calling for him to go to RAF Padgate on 30 October 1941. Called for service in the Royal Air Force Reserve. Encloses travel warrant and on the reverse notes for joining.
Letter from the Red Cross
Confirms that parcel had been dispatched but gives warning that at this stage of war is could be difficult to send prisoner of war parcels. In addition, further posting would be suspended.
Letter of recommendation from teacher
Recommends Mr Robert Baker to any employer. Gives account of his acquaintance at school and scouts and outlines Mr Baker's qualities of leadership, character and intelligence.
Robert Baker's service record
Gives personal details enlisted on 30 October 1941, Med cat grade 1, released ex prisoner of war on 17 April 1946. List postings up to 218 Squadron then reported missing and POW. Lists promotions.