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Photocopy of ALS to his mother and father and envelope addressed to Mrs A. E. Flower

Describes his voyage from Southampton to Cape Town via the Bay of Biscay and Madeira. Refers to Jimmy, Ted and Phil. Mentions that they sleep on the deck as most of the troops are quartered in the Tween Decks making that an unpleasant place to sleep. Details the pastimes on board including reading, playing cards, boxing competitions and Welsh singing. Mentions that the men are orderly because alcohol is expensive. Asks whether Arthur has been accepted for service in Natal. Thanks his Grandfather for a letter. Refers to Mrs Hardiman or Hardeman.

Flower, Jack (fl 1901)

Five forms regarding John Anthony Crook's release from Army service

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

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