King's appreciation letter

King's appreciation letter

A letter signed by the Secretary of State for Air, Harold Macmillan, on behalf of the King, addressed to Jean Thompson for distinguished service. Accompanying the letter is a portrait photograph of Jean Thompson in a WAAF uniform.

1945-06-14

One letter an one b/w photograph

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By the KING’S Order the name of
Corporal J. Thompson,
Women’s Auxiliary Air Force,
was published in the London Gazette on
14 June 1945,
as mentioned in a Despatch for distinguished service.
I am charged to record
His Majesty’s high appreciation.
Harold Macmillan
Secretary of Sate for Air