Newspaper cuttings: two notices of the death of Herbert Crook
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Mentions that his funeral is planned to take place at St. Giles, cemetary chapel, Cambridge.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Envelope addressed to Mr Crook which contained army papers
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Bears the legend 'temps perdu' in John Crook's hand.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Five forms regarding John Anthony Crook's release from Army service
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Including, Army form W3045, notification of change of address ; Reinstatement of civil employment act, 1945 ; Army form X 205, instructions to discharged of released personnel ; Army form X204, release to the reserve on the grounds of national importance - class "B" releases ; and Army form W.3044, release of soldier
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Reflects on whether his time in the POW camp has been wasted time. Mentions that the cinema came to the camp. Refers to the camp production of 'Yeomen of the Guards' and its director, Bob Lawrence, who gave all the performers a Christmas card.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Describes preparations for New Year's Eve. Mentions that he is organising a military band tour of the barrack rooms, a series of public lectures on the Achievement of Greece and Rome and another chamber music concert. Reports that the Colonel of his Battalion has been repatriated due to the wound in his arm.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Describes the Christmas preparations in the POW camp. Expresses his wish that he was at home with his parents, thanking them for all they have done for him. Reports that he and Dick Morgan's recognition papers arrived. Writes about the camp's Christmas production of 'Yeoman of the Guards'.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Reports that the weather is perfect for Christmas and he has been walking a lot. Remarks that the Camp Theatre, where the musicians rehearse, is like an ice-box. Mentions that he is revising Roman History. Refers to correspondence with Keith Cripps who also sent him news of Peter Baelz.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Autograph notecard signed to his parents
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Mentions that he has been at Church Band and heard a bad sermon. Refers to correspondence from Gretel Grey. Sends his Christmas wishes.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian
Part of Papers of John Anthony Crook
Describes his clothes washing routine. Reports that his most recent chamber music concert was a success. Remarks that the chamber music concerts fill a classical music gap in the camp entertainments. Wishes his parents a happy Christmas.
Crook, John Anthony (1921-2007) classicist and historian