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Correspondence between Henry Cregeen and Margaret Cregeen, his mother

Reference L/C/59/A
Names Cregeen, Margaret
Cregeen, Henry
Cregeen Family
Keywords red cross messages | Second World War | Occupation
Category L/C-Personal and estate
Level of description Sub-fonds

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L/C/59/A/1 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Clement's Farm, St Clements, Jersey, Channel Islands, to Margaret Cregeen, his mother, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England. The letter informs Margaret of her son's safe arrival in Jersey, and his allocation to the farm of a Mr Ian Paisnel, as a farm labourer. Also enclosed is a letter from Henry to Margaret written en route from Guernsey to Jersey, in which he describes his journey thus far. The letter is dated Thursday, 8 o' clock. 1 March 1940
L/C/59/A/2 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Clement's Farm, St Clements, Jersey, Channel Islands, to Margaret Cregeen, his mother, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England. The letter relates to Henry's description of his daily routine at Clement's Farm. 9 June 1940
L/C/59/A/3 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Clement's Farm, St Clements, Jersey, Channel Islands, to Margaret Cregeen, his mother, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England. The letter consists of general conversation, and an enquiry about the possibility of sending money and washing from Jersey back to England. 12 June 1940
L/C/59/A/4 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Clement's Farm, St Clements, Jersey, Channel Islands, to Margaret Cregeen, his mother, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England. The letter consists of general conversation, and an enquiry about Margaret's holiday to the Isle of Man. Henry makes brief comments on the international situation as regards the Second World War. 17 June 1940
L/C/59/A/5 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Clement's Farm, St Clements, Jersey, Channel Islands, to Margaret Cregeen, his mother, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England. Henry informs his mother of the decision to demilitarise the Isaland of Jersey, following the arrival of German troops in Cherbourg. Details are given of the evacuation of Jersey, and Henry's opinions concerning possible evacuation. 20 June 1940
L/C/59/A/6 Post Office Telegram from Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Clement's Farm, St Clement, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret acknowledges her son's previous letter, and gives a promise of a prompt reply. 30 June 1940
L/C/59/A/7 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool 8, England, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Clement's Farm, St Clement, Jersey, Channel Islands. In Henry's answer to the message sent by his mother, he informs her of a change of address, to; 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. 1 August 1940 -
12 February 1941
L/C/59/A/8 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message includes general enquiries, and also further details from Henry as to his change of circumstance. Henry sends best wishes to his parents regarding their silver wedding anniversary. 5 November 1940 -
25 April 1941
L/C/59/A/9 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message includes general enquiries, and greetings. 1 January 1941 -
10 June 1941
L/C/59/A/10 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message includes general conversation, and birthday greetings from Henry to his mother. 13 January 1941 -
26 May 1941
L/C/59/A/11 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message notifies Henry of the death of his grandmother, and relates the attendance of his parents to her funeral. Henry replies with his condolences. 10 February 1941 -
18 June 1941
L/C/59/A/12 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message contains general enquiries and comments. 25 February 1941 -
3 July 1941
L/C/59/A/13 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message contains general enquiries and comments. 18 March 1941 -
11 August 1941
L/C/59/A/14 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message contains general enquiries and comments, and birthday wishes from Margaret to Henry. 28 March 1941 -
28 August 1941
L/C/59/A/15 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message contains general enquiries and comments, and notification from Margaret of the receipt of a message from Henry dated April 3rd. 7 April 1941 -
28 August 1941
L/C/59/A/16 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message contains general enquiries and comments, and information from Margaret relating to plans to visit Aunt Amy in the near future. 23 May 1941 -
14 January 1942
L/C/59/A/17 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret gives information about her recent holiday, and Henry states that he continues to work on the land for a Mr Flinn. 19 June 1941 -
30 September 1942
L/C/59/A/18 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret passes on kind regards from a Mr Pope, and relays that messages are now coming through fine. 3 July 1941 -
16 October 1941
L/C/59/A/19 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, 2, Silvertide, Havre Des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry of the death of Miss Rome after a long illness. Henry informs his mother of a change of address, to; The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. 18 July 1941 -
14 January 1942
L/C/59/A/20 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret passes on best wishes from a Mr Basham, and Henry replies with best wishes for a Happy Christmas, and the news that he is in good conditions, and is receiving pocket money. 8 August 1941 -
14 January 1942
L/C/59/A/21 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that John has come home on leave, and other general pieces of conversation. Henry informs his mother that he may shortly be moving again. 22 August 1941 -
6 February 1942
L/C/59/A/22 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that his father is at present on holiday, and tells him that she is anxiously awaiting another message from him. Henry relays that he is well, and working as a labourer for building contractors. 5 September 1941 -
13 February 1942
L/C/59/A/23 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry of the Church Social function she attended, and Henry replies with news of Reverend T.E Corrin. 18 September 1941 -
27 March 1942
L/C/59/A/24 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that she received two messages from him the previous day. She sends her best wishes, and prays for her son's safe and speedy return. Henry sends his best wishes, and includes details of a change of address, to Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. 1 October 1941 -
22 July 1942
L/C/59/A/25 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends love and best wishes for Christmas to Henry. Henry describes his move back to his old address; The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands, due to the closure of Morley House. 21 October 1941 -
26 May 1942
L/C/59/A/26 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends love and best wishes to Henry. Henry sends birthday wishes to his mother, and conveys that he continues to work as a labourer for decent wages. 21 October 1941 -
26 May 1942
L/C/59/A/27 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes to Henry. Henry conveys his best wishes, and reveals that he is longing to return home. 19 November 1941 -
26 May 1942
L/C/59/A/28 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes to Henry. Henry conveys his best wishes, and requests news of friends. 4 December 1941 -
1 April 1942
L/C/59/A/29 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that she had a nice Christmas. Henry conveys his best wishes, and informs his mother that he has moved again, his new address being; Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. 9 January 1942 -
11 June 1942
L/C/59/A/30 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes, and hopes that Henry is receiving her messages. Henry conveys his best wishes for a pleasant summer. 30 January 1942 -
15 April 1942
L/C/59/A/31 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, The Lodge, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Henry informs his mother that he has moved to a small flat at the new address of Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. He reveals that he must now do all of his own cooking, and is becoming quite an expert. 6 February 1942 -
18 April 1942
L/C/59/A/32 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret relays her delight at receiving three messages in the precedng week, and sends on regards from Henry's friends. Henry sends his best wishes, and conveys that life goes on as usual. 23 February 1942 -
22 July 1942
L/C/59/A/33 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her son birthday wishes, and informs him that the famly have got a dog. 13 March 1942 -
15 June 1942
L/C/59/A/34 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her son best wishes, and sends news of friends who have gone North to live. Henry informs his mother that he has received three messages that day. 20 March 1942 -
15 June 1942
L/C/59/A/35 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret thanks her son on behalf of his Aunt Mary to whom he had sent a message. Henry relates that there is not much news. 17 April 1942 -
15 June 1942
L/C/59/A/36 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her son birthday wishes, and informs him of the death of his Aunt Kattie and Uncle John, who died two weeks previously. Henry replies with his condolences. 28 April 1942 -
4 December 1942
L/C/59/A/37 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her regards, and news of the local preacher. Henry informs her that he has received three messages in the last day or so. 11 May 1942 -
30 October 1942
L/C/59/A/38 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends news of the sudden death of Stennie Jones' mother, and Henry replies with his condolences. 26 May 1942 -
23 October 1942
L/C/59/A/39 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret enquires as to whether Henry has met a Reverend P Romeril, and Henry replies with the news that he is in Guernsey. 15 June 1942 -
11 December 1942
L/C/59/A/40 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret describes her delight at receiving two messages that morning, and reassures her son that everyday is a day nearer to their reunion. Henry enquires about some friends, and sends his thoughts. 19 June 1942 -
30 October 1942
L/C/59/A/41 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Henry informs his mother that he is, at present, doing road work in the country, and is getting used to working out of doors. He sends notification of a change of adress to Rock View VIlla, Harvre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. 12 July 1942 -
10 March 1943
L/C/59/A/42 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Morley House, Bagot Road, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends information of her husband's impending holiday, and the fact that they will not be going away. Henry informs his mother of his recent visit to the festival of music at the Methodist Church. He also sends notification of a change of adress to Rock View VIlla, Harvre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. 25 July 1942 -
12 January 1943
L/C/59/A/43 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes, and the trust that they shall meeet again soon. Henry announces that he has received eight messages in the previous few days, five of them being from his mother. 9 August 1942 -
10 March 1943
L/C/59/A/44 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret is delighted to have received five messages, and is pleased to hear about Henry's new flat. Henry informs his mother that he is looking forward to the Christmas holidays. 21 August 1942 -
10 March 1943
L/C/59/A/45 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message consists of general conversation and enquiries. 4 September 1942 -
10 March 1943
L/C/59/A/46 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends best wishes for the Christmas holidays. Henry replies with best wishes fo rthe new year. He describes having just come home from work for his evening meal, and hearing the sea roaring outside his window. 29 September 1942 -
10 March 1943
L/C/59/A/47 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes. Henry describes spending a very quiet Christmas, being glad of the rest. 12 October 1942 -
19 March 1943
L/C/59/A/48 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends news of the good times being had at Church. Henry informs his mother that he is now working with tree fellers. 27 October 1942 -
5 May 1943
L/C/59/A/49 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret relates to Henry her recent invitation to the wedding of friends. Henry sends his best wishes for the wedding. 9 November 1942 -
27 May 1943
L/C/59/A/50 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes, and Henry replies by sending his mother birthday wishes. 19 November 1942 -
15 June 1943
L/C/59/A/51 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends news of the wedding of friends, and Henry discusses a nice stew he made with beans at the weekend. 10 December 1942 -
15 June 1943
L/C/59/A/52 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends best wishes for the new year from all of Henry's friends. Henry describes receiving three messages in the last few days. 28 December 1942 -
15 June 1943
L/C/59/A/53 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret shares her delight at receiving a message. She describes a quiet Christmas, and sends her love. Henry sends news of a ''distinctly amateurish'' attempt at patching his trousers. 4 January 1943 -
15 June 1943
L/C/59/A/54 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends best wishes, and Henry replies with the news that he has finished with the harvest, but spent the day thrashing. 25 January 1943 -
20 January 1944
L/C/59/A/55 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message consists of general conversation, and news from Henry that he is now cutting oats by hand. 8 February 1943 -
14 October 1943
L/C/59/A/56 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her son birthday wishes, and Henry replies by sending his love. 19 February 1943 -
8 September 1943
L/C/59/A/57 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes, and Henry informs his mother that he has spent the last few weeks digging potatoes, which he has quite enjoyed. 13 February 1943 -
14 October 1943
L/C/59/A/58 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret infoms Henry that the Popes are expecting a baby. Henry relates to his mother that he has not been working for the last few days due to having a cold. 7 April 1943 -
22 December 1943
L/C/59/A/59 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that she was the chairman at the Easter service, and Henry sends his congratulations 27 April 1943 -
27 January 1944
L/C/59/A/60 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message consists of general conversation. Henry infoms Margaret that he has not changed, and stays at about the same weight. 8 May 1943 -
17 May 1943
L/C/59/A/61 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message consists of general conversation. 15 May 1943 -
17 May 1943
L/C/59/A/62 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs her son of her plans to visit Aunty Amy, and Henry reveals that he thinks her very lucky being able to travel. Henry relates that he is not working at present, and is having a rest. 8 June 1943 -
28 January 1944
L/C/59/A/63 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message consists of general conversation and enquiries. 22 June 1943 -
26 January 1944
L/C/59/A/64 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret describes her visit to Aunt Amy, and sends her love. Henry sends his best wishes. 5 July 1943 -
26 January 1944
L/C/59/A/65 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret describes having received four messages recently, and sends her love. Henry relates that he is pleased to be getting messages, and being reassured that all is well. 26 July 1943 -
26 January 1944
L/C/59/A/66 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that a young man called while she was away, as his brothers were with Henry in Jersey. Henry sends best wishes for Christmas. 10 August 1943 -
1 February 1944
L/C/59/A/67 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Henry informs his mother that he has been pulling swedes for the last couple of days. 23 August 1943 -
8 March 1944
L/C/59/A/68 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. The message consists of general conversation. Henry wishes he had some of the clothes which he left behind. 4 September 1943 -
27 January 1944
L/C/59/A/69 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends concerns that she has not heard from Henry recently, and hopes that her messages are reaching him. She sends her best wishes for Christmas. Henry reassures her that he receives her messages fairly regularly, and informs her that he is still working on the land, but does some milking as well. 10 October 1943 -
17 May 1944
L/C/59/A/70 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret informs Henry that the messages are very slow coming, and sends him best wishes for the new year. Henry relates that he is fairly busy working on the land, and has been planting potatoes. 16 November 1943 -
13 June 1944
L/C/59/A/71 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her son the news that his Aunty Amy has been taken to hospital with sciatica. Henry sends his love. 25 November 1943 -
13 June 1944
L/C/59/A/72 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her best wishes. Henry replies with the news that he has not been well, and has been off work with a cold. 7 December 1943 -
18 June 1944
L/C/59/A/73 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret reveals her pleasure at receiving two messages. She informs Henry that his clothes are ready for him at home, and wishes she could send them on to him. Henry sends the news that he has fixed up an old bike. 13 December 1943 -
11 September 1944
L/C/59/A/74 Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret sends her son birthday wishes, and reveals that the family have acquired a new pet, a black and tan terrier. Henry replies by thanking her for her bithday wishes, and describing his first bathe of the season, which he enjoyed. 7 February 1944 -
8 January 1945
L/C/59/A/74a Red Cross Message from Margaret Cregeen, to Henry Cregeen, her son, Rock View Villa, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands. Margaret confirms she is keeping well. Henry replies tellng her the long wait between letters was unavoidable. 18 November 1944 -
13 April 1945
L/C/59/A/74b Red Cross Message from Henry Cregeen, to Margaret Cregeen, his mother. Henry confirms that he is keeping well and that he received three previous messages. 1 March 1945 -
7 May 1945
L/C/59/A/75 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen. This letter comprises a description of how Henry coped during the German occupation of Jersey, as regards food, clothes, etc. 1945
L/C/59/A/75a Letter from Margaret Cregreen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool, to her son Henry. This letter includes: General conversation and news about the end of the war. 21 May 1945
L/C/59/A/76 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen. This letter comprises a description of occupation life in Jersey. Henry gives his opinion of the Jersey soldiers. 28 May 1945
L/C/59/A/77 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen. This letter comprises a description of occupation life in Jersey, especially his work on farms during the Occupation. 1945
L/C/59/A/78 Letter from Henry Cregeen, Rock View Villa, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen. The letter includes: German and British soldiers in Jersey after the Liberation; food and rationing during the Occupation; economic conditions; deportations during the Occupation; the Red Cross. 1945
L/C/59/A/79 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen. The letter includes: washing; rabbit farming; opinions on the war. 16 June 1945
L/C/59/A/80 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: difficulties of evacuees trying to return to Jersey; ridicules images of Jersey people living in the shadow of the Gestapo - they were well-liked; on victory day a German helped a Jersey person put up their flag; Germans innocent of stealing food; Jersey police corruption; low church attendance. 3 July 1945
L/C/59/A/81 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: Henry has applied for a permit to visit England; reports the 'decent' policy the Russians under Stalin have adopted towards the Germans in contrast to previous English dislike of Russia. 12 July 1945
L/C/59/A/82 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: general conversation; comments on the Russian Soviet regime. 23 July 1945
L/C/59/A/83 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: description of wireless sets; comments on high income tax in England. 31 July 1945
L/C/59/A/84 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General news. 6 August 1945
L/C/59/A/85 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General news; the British destroying German ammunition at St Ouen. 14 August 1945
L/C/59/A/86 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General information; two newscuttings showing photographs of Havres des Pas, one with Henry's windows marked with arrows; 4 letters cut from the Daily Telegraph on the subject of the atomic bomb. 20 August 1945
L/C/59/A/87 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General conversation; Henry's recent membership to the Transport and General Workers' Union. 27 August 1945
L/C/59/A/89 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General conversation; Jersey farmers' trade unions. 6 September 1945
L/C/59/A/90 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General conversation. 12 September 1945
L/C/59/A/91 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General conversation; news that shops are filling up with food. 20 September 1945
L/C/59/A/92 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General conversation. 26 September 1945
L/C/59/A/93 Letter from Henry Cregeen, 33, Havre des Pas, Jersey, Channel Islands, to his mother, Margaret Cregeen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool. The letter includes: General conversation; the date Henry will return to Liverpool. 10 October 1945
L/C/59/A/94 Letter from Margaret Cregreen, 4 Bouverie Street, Liverpool, to her son Henry. This letter includes: General conversation. 15 October 1945