Letter from Kenneth Smith to his mother

Letter from Kenneth Smith to his mother

Comments on speed of mail. Mentions food on journey and describes local area and course colleagues. Mentions "D" day and that he had just about heard about the invasion. Comments that they had no wireless and they did not seem to have access to newspapers. Mentions that his course was very advanced and that the food was excellent. Writes about the poor accommodation they had when they arrived which was very far from the wash house. Mentions getting denhams [sic] and overalls with description. Says he was getting low on envelopes and asks for friends address. Last page has three drawings of men with newly (ill fitting) issued clothing.

Five page handwritten letter with drawings

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