Identity area
Reference code
Crook/E/E6/4/65
Unique identifier
GB 275 Crook/E/E6/4/65
Title
ALS to John Anthony Crook
Date(s)
- 5 Sep. 1943 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1 p. paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1882-1973)
Biographical history
Musician (clarinet, ex-army). Father of John Anthony Crook.
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
His father writes assuring him that he considers his part in the war 'manly' compared to academics who have stayed at home. Mentions that the have had news of the invasion of Italy by the Eighth Army and wondered where John was. Refers to the dedication service. Sends news that the hop picking is underway and Miss Flower has just been married. The letter is marked returned because addressee missing.