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Refugee X:1945 #RefugeeWeek

Posted on June 21, 2012 by

20.2.1945 We so wish to leave for America like so many of our friends. I can only hope and wait until our turn comes. My closest friend and his family have received the call from White Star Line and leave … Continue reading →

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Refugee X:1941 #RefugeeWeek

Posted on June 20, 2012 by

1.3.1941  As our deposit with the refugee committee is now exhausted we are finding life very hard. I’m looking for work; I know it is absolutely necessary as it is impossible to live on the weekly £2 that we are … Continue reading →

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Refugee X:1940 #RefugeeWeek

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

16.6.1940 My cousin is coming to Manchester. The family were staying in Liverpool, but as it is now a restricted area, they will be arriving in Manchester at 12 noon tomorrow. 21.10.1940 Air raids continue here in Manchester, our poor … Continue reading →

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