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Letter from Sir Lawrence to his mother, Mary Pattinson

Sir Lawrence relates his first experiences flying alone, admitting he was 'desperately nervous' but did 'fairly well', and that it made him appreciate flying with an experienced pilot.

He remarks that the biggest difficulty was starting the plane on the ground with a Maurice Farman plane and comments that he must go to bed early to be up for duty at 6.30 the following morning, and promises to visit his mother at first chance.

Written from The Kings Head hotel, Harrow on the Hill, London.

Letter from Sir Lawrence to his mother, Mary Pattinson

Sir Lawrence discusses his stay at Netheravon, his flight in a Henry Harman with dual control and the types of planes he may progress to flying. He remarks on the new Commanding Officer of his squadron and his flight commander.

He comments that Johnny Fairbairn, a fellow student and oarsman when Sir Lawrence attended Jesus College, is in a different squadron.

Written from Netheravon, Wiltshire.

Letter from Sir Lawrence to his mother, Mary Pattinson

Sir Lawrence discusses being alone in a Henry Harman plane, and having a small job 'looking after stores, in the flight'. He remarks on a Battalion's fight and how they were congratulated by Sir John French.

He comments that Johnny Fairbairn, a fellow student and oarsman when Sir Lawrence attended Jesus College, is doing well, flying a BE2C and hoping to get his wings soon.

Written from Netheravon, Wiltshire.

Letter from Sir Lawrence to his mother, Mary Pattinson

Sir Lawrence discusses staying in the Ritz hotel in Paris which has allowed English officers to stay for ten francs a night. He comments on the ""cheeriness and enthusiasm"" the French show for the English Flying Corps, and describes the welcome he recieved.

He describes a message from Sir John French congratulating pilots and observers on recent fighting. Sir Lawrence remarks that the major approves of his 'gun mounting idea' and he hopes for great things to come of it.

Written from the Ritz Hotel, Paris.

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