Letter to Henry Simpson's father

Letter to Henry Simpson's father

Informs him that his son had been awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal.

1946-01-21

One page typewritten letter

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Communications relating to this letter should be addressed to:-
The Under Secretary of State quoting:-
A.708205/44/S.7.D.
Your Ref.

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AIR MINISTRY,
LONDON, W.C.2.

21st January, 1946.

Sir,

I am commanded by the Air Council to inform you that His Majesty the King has been graciously pleased to confer the Distinguished Flying Medal on your son, the late Sergeant H.E.W. Simpson, for the services detailed in the attached statement.

2. I am also to enclose a note regarding the presentation of decorations by the King and to enquire whether you wish to attend at Buckingham Palace to receive the decoration from His Majesty.

I am, Sir,
Your obedient Servant,

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H.W. Simpson, Esq.,
"Amberley",
Single Street,
Biggin Hill,
Kent.

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