Item 8 - Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 16 May 1916

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MCPP/GM/3/2/1916/8

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Letter from Ruth to George Mallory, 16 May 1916

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  • 16 May 1916 (Creation)

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Is happy that he was not sent to a trench mortar and discusses her opinions on warfare. Asks him to date his letters. Asks to know more about his position in the 40th Siege Battery. Tells him she will send him cakes and anything he asks for. Describes her visits to different friends. Tells him of Mr Kendall and Mr Fletcher’s difficulties on allowing Mr Kendall to leave for the war. Updates him on Clare’s progress and describes her recent play date visits. She has updated his parents on his welfare.

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      F/GM/IV/3

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