Historical information

Letter from Allan Quinn to his mother written in 1945 in which he tells his mother how happy he is to be sailing on Swedish ships again.

Significance

This letter is of historical, social and interpretive significance as it provides information about the life of a seaman during the mid 20th century.

Physical description

Letter (0308.A1) written in 1948 on blue paper which converts into an envelope.

Inscriptions & markings

The front of the envelope states "AIR LETTER" with the address appearing below it. There are also five stamps across the front of the envelope.