2/7 Bn Manchester Regt
Sobaron Barracks
Colchester
6-4-16
Dear Mother
I am sorry I was unable to write on Sunday but we had been on a weeks special training and consequently I have not had much time for writing. Last week we were out for 4 nights looking for the Zepps. I saw one bomb drop, it lit the whole place up. However it did no damage. Now as regards leave, I am forbidden to go on leave to Stockport or the surrounding district as there is an epidemic of measles, I am going to proceed to Knebworth for a day. Then go to Southport for a day and then return, my idea is that if I only have 3 days leave I shall be able to get more when the epidemic is over and then I can go home for perhaps 3 days. I am not at all sure I shall get leave as we are on special training again next week. However I think it is the last thing I can do as the longer I delay my leave the longer it will be before I get any more.
Colchester is a most interesting place as the Roman’s left a number of relics behind. These have been placed in the castle and can be viewed there. You know, Mother dear, I am most disappointed at not being able to come home. I had purposely left my application until Easter so I could see Will at home. However it can’t be helped.
I am only writing this short note now as I am due on parade in a few minutes. I will write on Sunday.
Fondest love to all
George