Author Description

With over 7,500 personal letters from WW1 and 12,000 from WW2, IWM's archives hold a unique collection that shines a light on the personal lives of the Forces and their loved ones. Love Letters of War features the transcribed letters of 100 of the most moving, fascinating, heartbreaking and inspiring missives, carefully selected from the collection. Personal photographs, items, paintings and drawings will accompany the letters, placing them in context along with author notes on each selected letter. A poignant collection offering unique insight into the personal cost of conflict, and the joyful and heartbreaking moments experienced by lovers in wartime.