Letter · 15 Jun 1915 · Wellington, New Zealand
Messages for my loved ones
Harry Norton was killed in action on 15 September 1916, at Flanders. His family were not informed of his death for 5-6 weeks, and continued to write to him. Their letters were returned marked with 'deceased'. Harry wrote to his wife everyday - his letters are very descriptive and personal.
Extracts from this letter
"Tell Leonard I hope he is taking my place as I trust him to look after you and tell Jean I feel sure she is doing all she can for you & Dear look after yourself for my sake, don't worry about me"
"We are extremely well looked after and I was having a talk with our Lieutenant and telling him how surprised I was & as he said that every man was very valuable & he felt it his duty to do all he could for to make them happy."
