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Handwritten letter to Sir Freddie Laker dated February 17, 1982, from Chatham prison regarding aviation license application

Handwritten letter to Sir Freddie Laker dated February 17, 1982, from Chatham prison regarding aviation license application

A handwritten letter addressed to Sir Freddie Laker dated February 17, 1982, from an inmate at a Chatham prison. The correspondent discusses the government's rejection of Laker's aviation license application and mentions contacting aviation officials including the Aviation Minister. This letter reflects the public support Sir Freddie Laker received during his legal and financial struggles with Laker Airways.

correspondence handwritten letter Sir Freddie Laker 1982 1980s Laker Airways aviation license government rejection public support prison letter Chatham

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