[David Ransome]

Hi,

I know that I have touched on the topic before of captured German records relating to individuals but suffice it to say that a large quantity of documentation was and is kept that may not be released for a good while yet, even to IWM, NA or AHB. These included interrogation reports and it is amazing just how much information was collected and sifted, some by 'listening in', some by direct (and mostly 'friendly') questioning, and some from items collected from bodies or PoWs. The latter included letters, show tickets, receipts etc.
The reason for non-release is fairly simple - data protection; relatives, even ex-PoWs themselves could be severely embarassed by what could be seen as helping the enemy.
After the last lot of comment on the matter I had my 'wrists well and truly slapped' and so cannot say any more on the subject, certainly at present!

Regards

David