Manuscript letter on Prison notepaper dated 15 March 1985. HMP Wakefield. Letter dated 15 March 1985 from Vince Donnelly, an Irish prisoner of war at Her Majesty's Prison Wakefield, expressing solidarity with revolutionary movements, discussing the leadership of Kim Il Sung, the Juche idea, and struggles against imperialism. The letter addresses comrades in Africa, Korea, and the Philippines, emphasizes the importance of principled leadership and mass unity, and contrasts socialist governance with Western capitalist democracies.
A letter dated 18 March 1985 from Mick McCallum in H.M. Prison, Barlinnie, expressing solidarity with Mosquito Press, discussing Celtic freedom, opposition to imperialism and colonialism, and including a poem honoring John McLean.
Letter dated 18th March 1985 from Jacob Hannai, Deputy Chief Representative of SWAPO, to Hugh Stephens of Mosquito Press, declining an invitation to participate in a seminar due to circumstances beyond their control and expressing willingness to participate in future events.
Manuscript transcription by Peter Hogg. A message conveying solidarity and best wishes from Malcolm Pitt, Secretary of the Kent National Union of Mineworkers, emphasizing the global unity against imperialism and reflecting on the significance of past struggles such as the Dublin lockout of 1913.
Hugh Goodacre rough note on phone call, subsequently transcribed by Peter Hogg. Discussion referencing labor struggles, solidarity, and historical reflections including James Connolly and the Dublin Lockout of 1913, with themes of perseverance and moral development for upcoming crises.
Manuscript transcription by Peter Hogg of note by Hugh Goodacre. Message expressing regret for absence due to travel, interest in the Juche Idea, and connection to Connollyism, along with wishes for successful deliberations and ongoing contact.
Discussion involving Cde Miriam James and Dr. Rey, with references to study of the Fadeddie, expressions of best wishes and extended time, and anticipation of future contact and meetings.
Manuscript transcription by Peter Hogg, evidently from rough notes by Hugh Goodacre, evidently a record of a phone conversation. Nan Milton expresses support for reviving the teachings of James Connolly in connection with the study of the Juche Idea, noting a revival of interest in John Maclean and highlighting her engagement with Korean ideas and periodicals.
Discussion on the revival and study of the Juche idea, its teachings, writings, and connections to Korean thought and ideas.
Peter Berresford Ellis expresses support for the seminar on the Juche Idea, highlighting James Connolly's views on internationalism and anti-imperialist struggle, particularly within the Celtic nations. He emphasizes the unity of national liberation movements and the importance of genuine international solidarity based on freedom and equality.