Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/29
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/29
Title
Harold Balfour. Autograph letter signed to Beaton.
Date(s)
- 19 Oct. 1960–19 Oct. 1970 (No year given) (Creation)
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Item
Extent and medium
1p Manuscript paper
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Content and structure area
Scope and content
Has just finished Beaton's last book, which he read with 'great joy and much interest'. Feels that Beaton is too modest and underestimates his bravery. Discusses the plane crash Beaton was in. The day after the crash, Beaton asked him to arrange another flight for him. States that this is why he feels that Beaton is a 'courageous fellow'.