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A Heartfelt Reunion: 102-Year-Old Reflects on WWII Love Letters

Phyllis Vincent, a 102-year-old WWII land girl, recalls the emotional turmoil of having letters from her RAF sweetheart, Ron, hidden by her mother. Now residing in a Cambridge care home, Phyllis reminisces about their brief courtship, thwarted by her mother’s disapproval. Deceived into believing she had been rejected, Phyllis eventually found Ron’s letters on her wedding day, revealing his safety during the war. As she marks Remembrance Day, Phyllis reflects on the sacrifices made by many during the conflict and the impact of parental authority on young love.

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