Dear Mrs Gadsby – it is with deep sympathy for you that I write these few lines. The reason I write is because George and I were such big pals and his death has grieved me to the heart. I know it is a big loss to you. He was respected by all the men and officers of his platoon, who will feel his loss keenly. It was with a fearless heart that he advanced towards the enemy trenches, when he was hit by a bullet. His death was instantaneous and he suffered no pain. I was by his side at the time. I hope that the knowledge that he had such a good character and died doing his duty will comfort you in your deep sorrow. I was to express the deep sympathy of his platoon, I remain, yours faithfully,
GEORGE DAFT