Summary
Letter dated 25 May 1940, written by Harry Collins to 'Pet' (referred to as Pet Marshal in ST 037596) describing his experience as a driver for the army during the Battle of France. The letter includes an account of Collins' escape from Bolougne to Dover (he escaped on the D33) during the Dunkirk evacuation.
Description of Content
A LETTER WRITTEN BY HARRY COLLINS DESCRIBING HIS WORK AND EXPERIENCE AS A DRIVER FOR THE ARMY - 25.5.1940.
Physical Description
Single page with handwriting in black ink on both sides.
More Information
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Collection Names
Military Memorabilia Collection, Returned and Services League (RSL) Collection
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Acquisition Information
Donation & Subsequent Transfer from Victorian Branch, Returned & Services League of Australia Limited (RSL), Mr Harry Collins, Oct 1986
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Date Written
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Inscriptions
Handwritten: '12 CASTLE TERRACE/NOTTINGHAM/25-5-40./Dear Pat/Hope this finds you well. My telegram must have/surprised you. I had to send it as soon as I arrived/in London as you must be worried at absence of news...' [extensive text]
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Overall Dimensions
200 mm (Width), 252 mm (Height)
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