Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/F/35
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/F/35
Title
Cover letter for an invitation to the funeral of the Duke of Windsor
Date(s)
- 30 May 1972 (Creation)
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Item
Extent and medium
1p paper
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Content and structure area
Scope and content
Typescript cover letter, issued by the Lord Chamberlain's Office, St. James's Palace, with an invitation to Beaton to attend the funeral service of the late Duke of Windsor at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, on 5th June 1972. Includes manuscript note, which reads: "What a surprise! Think I'd better go!"