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A great story, and nice of Sally to feature it this week. I had a great uncle who was in the RFC during the First War. He was a gunner in a large bomber, and told me many stirring tales when I was young.
His name was John Hart, but I haven’t been able to find out too much about him. We used to holiday at his cottage in Penryn. He was always referred to as a ‘confirmed bachelor’ by my parents. Something of a euphemism in the late 1950s.
Best wishes, Pete.
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How frustrating not to be able to find out more about your great-uncle. I believe that euphemism is stil occasionally being used in obituaries even today!
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Thank you for sharing Sarah… great boost for the new series.
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Such a pleasure, Sally.
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