posted on 2024-02-23, 22:59authored byGreat War Archive Project Team
Transcript:
"My address is
Name: L/C. Wenham
Christian Name: William
Comp: British
5TH Batt Lincs Regt
Camp of prisoners of war
No: 2683
Cottbus No I
Germany
Mrs East
45 Barcroft St
New Cleethorpes
Grimsby
Lincs
England
5.8.17
Dear Sister, Just a line hoping this will find you all in real good health, as it leaves me champion just at the moment. The weather is keeping fine I am pleased to say. I am so pleased you have heard from Lily. I wish you could induce her to come over, because she must be very worried. I am certain you know what it is, Dear to be upset. Give my love to Mother and everyone I know. A kiss for the children xxx and accept the same yourself. Your Loving Brother Billy."