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Letter to Queen Elizabeth II from Graham Bray dated February 8, 1982, requesting royal patronage for Sir Freddie Laker

A typed letter from Graham Bray to Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh, dated February 8, 1982, requesting royal patronage for Sir Freddie Laker during his financial difficulties. The letter mentions Laker's challenge to Willis Hamilton and references the Princess of Wales, providing insight into public support for Laker Airways during its final period.

correspondence letter Queen Elizabeth II Sir Freddie Laker 1982 royal patronage Laker Airways financial crisis Graham Bray Buckingham Palace

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