Repatriated Prisoners.—More than 1000 war prisoners on board the Repatriation liner Arundel Castle arrived' at Liverpool to-night. They were welcomed enthusiastically by fluttering flags, shrieking sirens, and military bands, great crowds shouting and singing and a Spitfire overhead dipping In salute. The repatriated soldiers joined in popular songs and gave round after round of cheers. A number of New Zealanders and Australians \yere on bdard. Fifty-four stretcher cases were landed.—London, September 15.
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Press, Volume LXXX, Issue 24365, 18 September 1944, Page 4
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