Soldiers letter with manuscript 'From 5A/2315 W. Applesby 21 SY REGT DEESA' at top franked with 1874 9p pale mauve (SG 78) tied by manuscript '24/3/85' date and square barred 'B' cancel with fine DEESA cds on reverse. Counter signed by the commanding officer on front. Addressed to UK with arrival marks on reverse.