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Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from Air Ministry
The letter advises that Les is a prisoner of war.
Letter to Les Pickford's Father from CH Cahill
The letter sympathises with Les' father over his loss.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from the British Prisoners of War Relatives Association
The author is delighted to hear that Les is safe.
Letter to Les Pickford's Father from the British Red Cross
The letter acknowledges that Les is a prisoner of war in Tripoli. It advises the procedure of sending mail and parcels to Les.
Letter to Mrs Holloway from GW Fennymore
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The sender of the letter met Les Pickford in a prisoner of war camp in Italy. Every 13th October Les and another internee, Don meet but this year Don has sailed to Burma. George is anxious to meet Les on the date of the reunion and asks for his…
Letter to Les Pickford from Miss R Graham
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The author asks about her brother, Jack Graham, who was a prisoner of war in Italy.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from Thomas Hyde
He writes that he has had a visit from a colleague of his son and Les. He described how they were shot down and the likelihood they were picked up by shipping.
Letter to Les Pickford's Father from the RAF Benevolent Fund
The writer sympathises that his son is missing. He offers financial support, if necessary.
Letter to Les Pickford from Manchester Boy Scout Association
The author expresses delight that he has returned home.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron
The author is delighted that Les is safe, albeit a prisoner of war.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron
The writer informs Les' mother that Sergeant Hyde died of his wounds in Tripoli. He has had no news of the pilot, Wing Commander Pepper.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron
The writer expresses shock that Les' name has appeared on a list of deceased from the International Red Cross.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron
The writer has received letters and cards from Les' mother indicating he is alive.
Telegram to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron
The telegram advises her that her son is definitely a prisoner of war and not deceased.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from 139 Squadron
The writer confirms that her son is definitely a prisoner of war.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from POW & "Missing" Accounts
Les had arranged for £50 to be sent to his mother and the cheque is enclosed in this letter.
Letter to Les Pickford's Mother from RAF Record Office
The writer promises to clear up a confusion caused by a telegram received from the International Red Cross.
Letter to Les Pickford's Father from RAF Record Office
The letter advises that his son has died of wounds whilst a prisoner of war.
Letter to Les Pickford's Father from RAF Record Office
The letter advises that his son is promoted.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
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He apologises for not writing but he has been busy on operations.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
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He writes that they raided Guernsey and it was in the papers. He claimed he shot down a Heinkel 113, his first kill.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
Les writes he is alive and in good health. He is being treated well and the food isn't bad. He is a prisoner in Tripoli.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
He will write again once he is moved. Food is good and he is being treated well.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
He asks for a razor and letters via the Red Cross. He is well but its been raining a lot.
Letter from Les Pickford to his mother
He asks for a cigarette machine and a diary. His health is good. They are having a sports meeting plus board games, lectures and concerts.