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Vintage letters, envelopes, and a sepia photo of a man.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if all our letters could be published in the future in a more enlightened time. Then all the world could see how in love we are. 

Gilbert to Gordon, 1940

Gilbert & Gordon

A forbidden love. A hidden history. A legacy of hope.

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Here you can find love letters sent between two gay British soldiers during the Second World War. Explore the story behind how these letters were found, read the letters and watch the short film 'The Letter Men'.  

 

 

Pile of handwritten letters and envelopes

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