Letter from King George VI - Buckingham Palace

Letter, King George VI -1945 – to troops returning home

Letter to the Regiment – Documents

Buckingham Palace

The Queen and I wish you God-speed, and a safe return to your homes and dear ones.

A grateful Mother Country is proud of your splendid services characterized by unsurpassed devotion and courage.

George R.I.

Classification
Documents, Official
Era
1939 – 1945 (WW 2)
Location of artifact
Case 49 Storage, Display area storage
Associated place
Buckingham Place. United Kingdom
Associated event
Letters
Associated name(s)
King George R.I.

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