Telegram to Henry Simpson's father

Telegram to Henry Simpson's father

Informs him that his son is missing in action as result of air operations 7/8 June 1944.

1944-06-08

Two sided telegram form

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POST OFFICE TELEGRAM
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12.43p 11.40 SEK/T OHMS. 73
Priority cc. H.E.W. Simpson Amberley. Single St Biggin Hill Kent
Regret to inform you that your son Sgt Henry Evan Wade Simpson is reported missing as the result of air operations on the night of 7/8 June 1944 stop Letter follows stop Any further information received will be immediately communicated to you
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stop Pending receipt of written notification from the Air Ministry no information should be given to the press
Aeronautics Kennington.