Sir Lawrence discusses a parcel received from his mother including a tin of Devonshire cream, and remarks on plans to buy furniture for his sister-in-law Lina.

He writes about his patrol in bad weather, and the possibility of him being given a job as Flight Commander in England. He also remarks on being afraid and asks his mother to pray for him to have courage. He notes that he had paid to send a box of expensive chocolates to Diane, but suspects they were not sent .

Sir Lawrence thanks his mother for a parcel containing tinned goods, marrow glaces and chocolate.

He describes dealing with a seemingly broken engine, and mentions pamphlets he has seen about Cambridge men serving in the war and a sermon by Arthur Gray. He comments on developments in communication and field telephones, and conditions in the trenches.

Sir Lawrence discusses a letter and Christmas card sent to his mother by his flight sergeant as a thank you for socks sent over.

He describes his morning spent doing mixed patrol and photography, during which time his propellor broke and he was confronted by German planes known as ""two tails"". He remarks on firing rounds at the German planes, and they fly off in a 'most extrodinairy case of German lack of enterprise'. He includes detailed drawings and annotations of the ""two tail"" planes.

Sir Lawrence discusses bad weather, enjoying piloting, and flying the 'scout'.

Thanks his mother for paying his bills and assures her he is getting his tabac.

Written from France.

Sir Lawrence discusses a service jacket sent by his mother.

He comments on the success of one of his 'baby observers' who is now being recommended for a Military Cross.

Sir Lawrence discusses various news about family members back home.

He remarks on being made Air Aide-de-Camp to the King. He relates his travels and experiences at Cairo, Baghdad, Rutbah, Hinaidi, Iraq, Basra, Amman, Transjordan, Jerusalem, Palenstine, Bethlehem, Ramleh, Abusir, Heliopolis, Aboukir and Helouan.

Sir Lawrence comments on the social activities at Cairo including seeing a Royal Air Force pantomime. He closes by describing his travels to Port Said and the ship he has boarded.

Sir Lawrence wishes his son a happy birthday and discusses the farming business and shares which John hopes to get involved with. Sir Lawrence declares he has been asked for a photograph and career history so they can create a reminder at Wesley College of the school's only Air Marshal.He also describes various combats he had during the war.

Alongside the letter is a detailed career history of Sir Lawrence, written by himself.

Written from Sakeld Hall, Cumberland.

Sir Lawrence discusses his flight in a Bristol Fighter Aircraft, and his stay at Peshawar aerodrome with Wing Commander Walser. He remarks on his travels and experiences at Kohat, Risalpur, Arawali, Miramshah, Fort Sandeman near Rasmah and Quetta.

Sir Lawrence comments on the RAF's plans to make a map of uncovered areas in Waziristan. He also details a flight along the Zhob during which his companion plane had to make an emergency landing.

Sir Lawrence ends the letter by expressing his hope that Mabel 'has solved the nurse problem', and informs her he will receive his mail when he arrives at Ambala.

Consists of a newspaper article concerning the Royal Air Force, and features a short profile of Sir Lawrence with his photograph.

Consists of a photocopy of the obituary of Hugh Lee Pattinson which was printed in the Gateshead Observer.