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Postcard stamped 21 September 1939.
21/9/39
Gnr. Faulkner F.A.
157th A.A. Battery R.A.
Central Ordnance Depot
Bramley. Basingstoke
Hants.
Dear Dad,
This is to let you know that you can be put up at the farm for the period you mentioned.
Let me know what time train arrives at Bramley and I will almost certainly be able to meet you. The owner of the farm is a Mr. Jacobs.
Looking forward to seeing you.
Regards to all,
In haste,
Frank
P.S. Parcel of apples from E. arrived safely, thanks.
These letters were published 70 years to the day from when they were first written during the Phoney War (1939) and the Battle of France (1940). They were sent by my Great Uncle, mainly to his father, and provide a fascinating insight into the day to day life of a British soldier in the opening phase of World War II. I have also included information about the AASF and the Battle of France to put my Great Uncle's service in context.
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