Letter from Bishop Francis X. Ford to Lily O'Brennan describing his experiences of World War II in China,
1945 November 19.
Ford describes how his "little section" was surrounded by Japanese forces for nearly two years, and how the soldiers destroyed neighbouring churches and killed priests; he also describes the post-war shortage of food and supplies, and how he has "enjoyed the rough conditions" and his involvement in a local International Relief Assocation branch. He fondly recounts his time and friends in Ireland, including the Ceannt family and "Una".
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| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
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| Notes: | Inscribed on "Catholic Mission, Kaying via Swatow, China" headed paper. Physical description: 1 item (2 pages). more |
| Arrangement: | Item |
| Access: | Paper is fragile. Handle with care. |
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Letter from Bishop Francis X. Ford to Lily O'Brennan describing his experiences of World War II in China,
1945 November 19.
| In Collection: | Ceannt and O'Brennan Papers, 1851-1953. |
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| Description: | Ford describes how his "little section" was surrounded by Japanese forces for nearly two years, and how the soldiers destroyed neighbouring churches and killed priests; he also describes the post-war shortage of food and supplies, and how he has "enjoyed the rough conditions" and his involvement in a local International Relief Assocation branch. He fondly recounts his time and friends in Ireland, including the Ceannt family and "Una". |
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| Language: | English |
| Extent: | 1 item (2 pages). |
| Format: | Manuscript |
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MS 41,491/4/9
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
| Access Conditions: | Paper is fragile. Handle with care. |
| Rights: | Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland. |