posted on 2024-02-23, 22:59authored byGreat War Archive Project Team
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<p>"My address is
Name: Wenham L. Cpl.
Christian Name: William
Comp: British
5TH Batt Lincs Regt
Camp of prisoners of war
No: 2683
Cottbus No I
Germany</p>
<p>Mrs East
45 Barcroft Street
New Cleethorpes
Grimsby
Lincs
England,</p>
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11.11.17
Dear Sister & All, Just a line hoping you are all in real good health as it leaves me champion just at present. The weather is keeping beautiful here, hope it is the same at home. Well Dear I am simply longing to see you all again. I have nearly forgotten what you are all like, but I hope it won't be long before I am able to see you again, especially Tom. Hope Mother is keeping well. Give my Best Love to her. Remember me to Tom also to everyone I know. A kiss for the children xxx and accept Best Love yourself from Your Loving Billy x"</p>