Letters home
Item
Title
Letters home
Who?
William Henry Slee
Item(s)
Brass Death Penny. Letter home (from William). Letter to William returned home (killed in action). Embroidered Postcards
Story
William Henry Slee born 20th November 1897 joined the Devonshire Regiment (28545) having lied about his age to enlist. He died 26th March 1917.
He sent detailed letters to his parents, which his family have, as well as a letter sent by his Mother to William after he had been killed, at the top of this letter “Killed in Action” this is dated May 1917
He sent detailed letters to his parents, which his family have, as well as a letter sent by his Mother to William after he had been killed, at the top of this letter “Killed in Action” this is dated May 1917
When?
1917
Where?
Arras
Contributor
Susan Clark
Collection Day
17/05/19 Southway Library
This item was submitted on June 13, 2019