Historical information

Letter from Allan Quinn to his mother written in 1946. Allan expresses his worry regarding his mothers health and depicts his time spent in Melbourne.

Significance

These letters are of historical, social and interpretive significance as they provide information about the life of a seaman during the mid 20th century

Physical description

Two page, double sided letter (0325.A1-A2) written on beige blank paper in blue ink. Dated 09/01/46 from Melbourne and envelope (0325.B).

Inscriptions & markings

Envelope: "Mrs S. Quinn/San Lorenzo/63 Ocean Beach/Manly N.S.W"
Two stamps and sky mail symbol in the top right hand corner
Letter: "M. I. Goonawarra/9-1-46/Melb in top right corner
Sky Mail symbol in top left corner.