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Handwritten letter dated 11/7/82 from London SE5 addressing Sir Freddie Laker about courage and tenacity

Handwritten letter dated 11/7/82 from London SE5 addressing Sir Freddie Laker about courage and tenacity

A handwritten letter dated November 7, 1982, from London SE5 addressed to 'Sir Freddy' praising his courage and tenacity in stirring the British public. The letter references Sir Walter Raleigh and mentions launching a 'tight-fisted cow' enterprise, likely referring to Laker Airways' low-cost operations. Written during the period following Laker Airways' collapse in February 1982, this correspondence demonstrates public support for Sir Freddie Laker's pioneering efforts in affordable air travel.

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