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Letter from Christine to John
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A note written to John whilst he was a prisoner of war. The note is from Christine writing on behalf of a friend, Iga, who is unwell, asking John to write to her.
Don Evans' Medal Notice
A notice of the three medals awarded to Don.
This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
Speeding ticket for Ken 1947
Issued by the Military Police in occupied Germany in 1947. It was passed to his unit for action.
Telegram to Les Pickford's Father
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The telegram, incorrectly addressed to Mr Ditchford, informs him that his son is missing believed killed.
Christmas Card 1941
A card with a seasonal message and an image of Raphael, The Adoration of the Magi.
William Norman's decorations
1939-45 Star, France and Germany Star and War Medal 1939-45.
Telegram from John Madge to his fiancé to arrange leave on completion of his first tour in November 1943
Telegram and envelope addressed to ACW Butler c/o sergeants mess RAF Wing ,Leighton Buzzard.
Letter from Appleby-Frodingham Steel Company to Mabel Pexman
Kenneth's ex employer expressing regret on hearing of his death.
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This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
Telegram to Ron Carter's Wife
The telegram advises that Ron is missing.
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This item was sent to the IBCC Digital Archive already in digital form. No better quality copies are available.
Blank Prisoner of War Postcard
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A card used by POWs to send messages home.
Christmas Card to Leading Aircraftwoman Hayhurst from Johnnie Holden
A card sent by Johnnie to Josy from RAF Market Harborough featuring a Wellington flying low over the sea.
Telegrams Referring to the mass escape
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Two telegrams with details of the escape from Stalag Luft III.
Letter to Kathie from Arthur
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Replies to letter he received from her on return from leave. Notes a few new faces on his return. Hoping for an end to war and looking forward to time he could call himself and ex-serviceman. Writes of his activities. Asks after her at her new camp.…
Partial letter to Kitty
Thanks her for parcel. Says they had been unwell and advised her to visit that weekend. Adds gossip about events.
Partial letter to Kathie
Writes that crew had just arrived back in the billet. States that she was one of the grandest straight forward WAAFs he had had the pleasure of meeting apart from his sweetheart.
Partial letter
Letter about time in Egypt. Describes location of camp and surrounds.
Partial letter about leave in Palestine
Describes and evening out in Palestine including meeting prostitutes. Philosophises on Palestine being a wonderful country for broadening the mind. Mentions taking a dip before breakfast and leaving Tel Aviv by train back to Cairo. Mentions food…
Partial letter
Describes train journey through Egypt and Palestine/Transjordan. Detrains at Kantara (El Qantara) Mentions seeing Australians, Transjordan and Palestine police and that country is cleaner that Egypt. Leaves train at Lydda and describes activities…
Partial letter to Gwyneth
Relates going to a store and choosing a salesgirl of similar size in order to get item of clothing for her. Asks what she does with her time and about boyfriends. Second page is torn and text missing. Seems to be proposing agenda for evening out.…
Partial letter from unknown author to Winnie
General philosophising about men and women. Continues with gossip about boy and girl friends. Hopes they are safe from air raids. Says there was nothing to worry about at his end of the globe. The boys out there were quite confident that they defeat…
Part of letter to Kathy
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Catches up and reminisces over past good times. Mentions previous boy friends and current one.
Letter to N I Powell from Ministry of Civil Aviation
Concerns application for extension of licence.
Letter to N I Powell from Ministry of Civil Aviation
Concerns application for extension of licence.
Unused Prisoner of War Letter Card
A letter card for sending mail to prisoners.
Letter of thanks to Frank
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Frank is thanked for his part in preparing for a visit.