EDITOR’S NOTE: Below is Winfred’s first letter home since completing his final mission.
Jun. 26, 1944 2240 WF Station #114 – Hethel Air Base, UK via New York City, N.Y.
Winfred tells the Folks he is a very happy + lucky fellow (he has another pass); and says “you don’t have to do anymore worrying about me now as I’ve accomplished what I came for”; taking things easy starting today. Apologizes for not writing for several days; asks they tell Margaret he will write to her soon – he’s been busy; expresses how relieved is now; guesses he’s “about the most lucky fellow in the E.T.O.”; has an Air Medal + 3 clusters and is recommended for the Distinguished Flying Cross – will send them home when he can; and closes to get ready to go to town and do a little celebrating.