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Telegram to Kenneth Gill from family
Says well done.
Letter to Hedley Madgett's father from Officer commanding 61 Squadron
Writes about reasons for Hedley's award of Distinguished Flying Medal. Was not for specific event but gallantry and devotion to duty throughout his tour.
Letter from Pete Perry to his mother
Wishes her happy birthday. Explains he did not write the previous day as he had a long flight (11 hours 15 minutes) and was very tired. Catches up with mail received and family gossip and other matters. Mention future plans and that his commission…
Letter to Hedley Madgett's mother from Officer Commanding 61 Squadron
Letter confirming that Hedley Madgett's aircraft failed to return from operations on 17/18 August 1943. However there was nothing known that could be connected to the aircraft's non return. Writes that it takes some time for any news to come through…
Reg's last letter
Written from the Sergeant's mess describing a dance at the station he had attended, family news and receiving a letter from Rose breaking off their relationship. Annotated 'Reg's last letter, received the same day as the news'.
Letter from Sergeant R.J.H. Anderson to Doris Weeks
Letter from a friend that provides some information on operation on which Malcolm Payne went missing. Operation was to Culmont Chaldarey [sic] on 12/13 July and according to BBC, 13 aircraft lost. Goes on to cover statistics of survival of crews…
Letter to Hedley Madgett's father about his son's bicycle
From station commander at RAF Syerston stating that a receipt for his son's bicycle had now been received.
Letter to Hedley Madgett's father about his son's bicycle
From station commander at RAF Syerston stating his son's bicycle has now been found and asking what they wish to happen to it.
Letter to Hedley Madgett's father about his son's bicycle
From station commander at RAF Syerston stating that Hedley's bicycle has not been sent as it was still awaiting release by effects authorities.
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Thrilled to receive two letters from her. Continues with banter, love talk and of acquaintances. Gives her mess phone number and explains why he was unable to phone her. Writes that he has included her as 'other person to be notified' on next of kin…
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Writes about activities.
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Starts with some love talk and explains that flying did not happen and missed opportunity to see her. Hoping to go to Lincoln to see her that evening.
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Feeling better after phoning her. Talks about wind and catches up with news about long days. Mentions six letters from home. Ends with endearments
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Writes that station commander gave them half a day off and they went into Newark and talks about their activities there, Continues with love talk and mention of marriage.
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Starts with endearments and love talk and talk of pay parade. Mentions reconnaissance to Newark and has received her letter. Writes about how he now charges other to use his stuff as he is saving up. Talks of daily activities and that he has written…
Letter from Malcolm Payne to Doris Weeks
Writes he is tired but that they will be more comfortable in new camp. Explains he could not phone and that he had written to his mother.
Caterpillar Club letter to Jack Penswick
A letter accompanying a Caterpillar Club badge awarded to Jack.
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Letter to station commander RAF Syerston from Hedley Madgett's father
Writes that Hedley's bicycle has still not arrived at Sidcup station.
Letter from Hedely Madgett's father to Air Ministry
Letter to Director of Personnel Services. Reference letter to Madgetts on February 18 1944. Notes that they received a letter from Wing Commander 61 Squadron at Syerston that their son was missing after air operation on 17/18 August 1943. They also…
Letter from Kenneth Gill to his parents
Writes about trying to book somewhere in Scarborough for his next leave and outlines his plans for it. Mentions some places in France that his father used to talk about which were now in the news again. Catches up with family news.
Letter from Kenneth Gill to his parents
Writes of possibility of returning to his old squadron. Catches up with news of friends and family. Comments on recent snow and the work it caused them. Mentions coupons he sent to his father. Writes about calculating his total mileage by land and…
Letter from Kenneth Gill to his family
Catches up with news of family and friends. Mentions recent Christmas and speculates a little on war progress. Writes a little about astronomy to his father and stellar movement. Mentions he would be home later in the month. Comments on weather and…
Letter from Kenneth Gill to his parents
Writes about poor weather and that he thought summer was over. Comments on plans for upcoming leave with wife Vera and son Derek. Sets maths puzzle with diagram for his father that he has been trying to solve.
Letter from Kenneth Gill to his parents
Writes of journey back to camp. Mentions it was good that they were back in France and that they had not been called upon for action. Writes of radio being on constantly for communiques and hopes that this was the beginning of the end of the war.…
Letter from Kenneth Gill to his parents
Writes of recent visit from his brother. Mentions a little of recent flying. Catches up with news of correspondence. Hopes to get a posting to Scampton as he is tired of Syerston. Moans about pilots air force and mentions no more duties detailed.