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In a letter addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Atter, Mr. W. L. Sargent, M.A.,
headmaster of the Oakham Grammar School says:
“I am deeply grieved to hear of Christopher’s death and write to offer
you and Mrs. Atter my deepest sympathy. I almost think that this was
the happiest disposition I have ever known. His good temper was
infectious and his absolute frankness always disarmed criticism. His
life has been a splendidly courageous one. On the football ground he
never knew what fear was and he always had the sunniest smile in the
hardest games. His devotion in enlisting when he did, was a splendid
example and indeed, at this critical time we may be certain that his
courage must have been an inspiration to those who served under him.