NAM.1977-04-58-1

Forty-one letters for the period 20 Jul-12 Nov 1914. Written by Capt Thomas Haworth Preston, 3rd Bn, attached 1st Bn East Lancashire Regiment, to members of his family. The letters describe the mobilisation of 3rd Bn, Preston's transfer to 1st Bn and service on the Western Front, where he was killed in action 17 Nov 1914. Also included is a letter of condolence to Preston's Mother from a Sergeant of his regiment. Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918)

World War One, Western Front (1914-1918)