Shared Photo: Letter from 7-yr-old Billy Stanbridge to his Parents 13 Jan 1940

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Sharing a letter written by 7-year-old Billy Stanbridge (Stanbridge-77) after he was evacuated from London to Beacon's Bottom (Buckinghamshire) at the start of WWII. The Newell family cared for Billy for about 4 years, and he never forgot their kindness. This letter shows his fondness for their son Leslie (Butler-29702) who took Billy under his wing. Sadly, Leslie was killed in action in the Netherlands on 22 November 1944. 
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WikiTree profile: Leslie Butler
in Photos by Jo Stanbridge G2G1 (2.0k points)
What a amazing old letter thank you for sharing

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What a wonderful keepsake. Thank you for posting this and sharing the rest of the story.
by Robin Shaules G2G Astronaut (1.6m points)
selected by Susan Laursen
Thank you, dear Susan, for the star.
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This is a great way to 'humanize' a profile. Thank You for sharing it with us Jo
by Marty Franke G2G Astronaut (1.0m points)

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