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Letter to Mrs Wareing from E.A.S. Lowe
Writes expressing deep sorrow that Mr Wareing has been reported missing, from himself and other members of the community.
Letter to Mrs Bengston from Joseph Michel
A handwritten letter in French with an English typed translation. First he apologises for not having written sooner. The he refers to services at the graves and the events of May 1944. Finally there are photographs of Clifford Shenton's parents and…
Letter to Leonard Cheshire from Pilot Officer A J Ward
Writes that he is making excellent progress with both arm and leg and should be fit in five weeks.
Letter to John Valentine from his wife Ursula
Reports no letters from him and mentions good weather. Wonders what to clothes bring when she visits him in Loughborough. Concludes with her plans for the afternoon.
Letter to John Valentine from his wife Ursula
Writes that she was sorry that she could not speak to him on the telephone, news of her sister and the weather. Continues with account of daughter at a fete and reports information she received from sister at his hospital.
Letter to Joan Wareing from Station Commander
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From RAF Little Staughton station commander enclosing railway concession certificate. Writes of that they could not move cars of missing personnel. Says she could use her own petrol certificates to move it herself.
Letter to Joan Wareing from RAF Market Harborough
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Says that he has just heard the news about Bob and hopes it won’t be long before he is back in the Mess at Market Harborough. He suggests that she contact his Squadron to advise them of the good news.
Letter to Joan Wareing from G Gouter
Letter of sympathy for her missing husband and mentions worries over conditions encountered by soldiers in Normandy.
Letter to Joan Wareing from G Gouter
Letter of sympathy and mentions his son is in Normandy and letters not coming through from France. Passes on local news.
Letter to Joan Wareing from G Gouter
Delighted by news that her husband is safe. Catches up with news.
Letter to Joan Wareing from G Gouter
Tells her how he gave a lift to an airman who knew her husband. The airman said nice things about her husband.
Letter to Joan Wareing from Evelyn
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Offers sympathy at the news that Bob went missing over Stuttgart. She says that she had heard before but was waiting for more news before writing. She says that Joan is in her thoughts and hopes she will receive good news soon. She also writes about…
Letter to Joan Wareing from Evelyn
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She is pleased that they have had news of Bob, and goes on to give general family news as well as offering help to relocate her car.
Letter to Joan Wareing from Alan Buppinger
Describes events during an operation to support the Normandy troops when Robert Wareing's aircraft was attached by fighters and set on fire. Four crew members were killed and four baled out. Author and one other evaded with help of French resistance,…
Letter to Harold Wakefield from Leicester recruiting centre
Request that Harold Wakefield report to the Leicester recruiting centre on 9 January 1942. Gives instructions on what to bring and advises that he might not be required for immediate service.
Letter to Harold Wakefield from E Boston
Sends congratulations on Harold Wakefield's award of Distinguished Flying Cross which author had seen in the papers. Catches up with and other family news.
Letter to Harold Wakefield from C Collier
Congratulates him receiving a well deserved award. Writes of passing on the news and talking to his parents.
Letter to Frank Nolan from the ministry of aircraft production
Request that he report for duty as inspector-in-charge, aeronautical inspection directorate, Liverpool district on 9 March 1942.
Letter to Dick Curnock's mother from the Red Cross
The letter acknowledges Dick Curnock's confinement address.
Letter to Dick Curnock from the Caterpillar Club
The letter accompanied the gold pin Dick has purchased from the Caterpillar Club.
Letter to Dick Curnock from RAF Record Office
The letter asks Dick Curnock to send his logbook or details in order that his claim for campaign medals can be assessed.
Letter to Dick Curnock from RAF Record Office
The letter accompanies Dick Curnock's log book which has been used to assess his entitlement to campaign stars.
Letter to Dick Curnock from his mother
A letter and envelope to Dick Curnock from his mother. It is full of social news.
Letter to Dick Curnock from his mother
A letter to Dick from his mother wishing him a happy birthday, included is domestic news.
Letter to Dick Curnock from his father
The letter congratulates Dick Curnoock on being promoted to warrant officer and is full of domestic news.