Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/443/14
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/443/14
Title
Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Alexandria.
Date(s)
- 10 Dec. 1941 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
4p paper
Context area
Name of creator
(d 1977)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Hopes this letter will be in time to bring Beaton best Christmas wishes. Has had lots of news of Beaton. It was "heaven" hearing he was doing so much. Has not heard from Beaton since she left France nine months ago, except for his telegram in May. Describes the weather since she arrived. Eleni is still looking after her small flat. There is a shortage of food and other goods, like gas, fuel and coal. Asks how many people will survive, in the end. Stephane is serving here in H.Q. Asks Beaton about his mother and sisters.