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Jack writes that they are about to move to Scampton. [only one sheet present]

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Jack writes about his return journey.

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Jack writes that they have flown two trips to Italy, over the Alps and Geneva.

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Jack writes that they have returned to Scampton. His laundry parcel arrived.

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Jack writes apologising for not sending her enough money. He is liking his new base.

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BWyrillWRWyrillWRv1.pdf
Family history including, early, school and village life, service with the Royal Air Force as an electrician with 242, 22 and 51 squadrons, and life after demob. Includes a photograph of a teacher and 26 children arranged in three rows, captioned…

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Jack writes that he was flown to Squires Gate, Blackpool and had tea there. He is moving to Scampton and converting on to Lancasters.

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Two part letters.
#1 Jack writes that the new block houses are very high standard. [Although the envelope is dated 20 February 1940, he makes a comment about no flying until after Christmas.
#2 Jack talks about a farewell party. They are going to…

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MBlewittT562676-180208-02.pdf
Personal information and details of Trevor's early years, family life, career in the Royal Air Force and later employment with Clayton Dewandre Ltd. Includes prayers and readings from the bible.

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Jack writes that they have moved to Scampton from Wigsley. The food is a lot better. He has sent her a parcel of laundry. Only two pages of the letter remain.

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Jack writes that he is feeling OK. He has been into Lincoln to watch a film.

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Jack writes that he has just returned from a bombing operation. There was no anti-aircraft fire, no enemy aircraft and they returned with their bombs. He misses her.

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Listing Trevor’s service history between 1927 and 1953.

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Jack writes they have been quiet because the weather has been bad. He has been buying underwear.

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Jack writes that he is so happy to have received a letter from her. He did a trip to Lossiemouth and has been to the cinema in Lincoln.

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Jack complains that she has not written enough. They have been practising night flying.

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Jack writes that he is well and rested. He missed a night out in Lincoln with his Dad. He has sent her a parcel.

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Jack writes that he has completed his hardest week of flying. Then he writes asking after family and friends.

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BBlewittSBlewittPv2.pdf
Trevor’s wife, Phyllis, recalls her early life and meeting and marrying Trevor. Phyllis describes his wartime service and life after the cessation of hostilities.

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BBlewittSBlewittPv1.pdf
Trevor’s wife, Phyllis, recalls her early life and meeting and marrying Trevor. She describes his wartime service and life after the cessation of hostilities.

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Complete history of the aircraft from 1942 to placement in RAF Museum. Delivered to 83 Squadron at RAF Scampton. Lists all flights with crews and provides details of operations and other sorties. First operation was on 8/9 July 1942. Was founder…

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ERobertsRFJacksonTW400827.pdf
Roly writes to his mother about the recent bombing in Croydon. He describes meeting friends and visiting the theatre and working on his motorbike.

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ERobertsRFJacksonTW400822.pdf
Roly describes his aircraft acting as stooge to draw fire on an operation, leave having been cancelled, an invitation to a dance at Lincoln Assembly Rooms and the arrival of his motorbike, albeit having been damaged in transit.

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ERobertsRFJacksonTW400804.pdf
Roly writes to his mother thanking her for the socks and describes how he has visited friends, playing tennis and attended a dance. He looks forward to his next leave and has started saving his ration tickets.

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ERobertsRFJacksonTW400721.pdf
Roly writes to his mother that he has visited his friend Johnnie who has permission to live in a flat with his wife. He mentions his recent leave and is now at the bottom of the list for further time off.

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