Identity area
Reference code
LAP/1/2/22
Title
Letter from Sir Lawrence to his father, Hugh Lee III Pattinson, with a transcription by his mother, Mary Pattinson
Date(s)
- 01 May 1917 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
2 items, paper.
Context area
Name of creator
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Sir Lawrence sends his thanks for 'thin underclothing' sent by his mother.
He gives a very detailed account of his fight with several enemy planes during which he comes very close to being shot down.
Includes a transcription of the letter which is handwritten by his mother.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open.