Blake complains about his lack of mental stimulation and how awful his fellow soldiers are. He says he is trying not to alarm Peter and that this letter should indicate his acceptance of it all, though he hasn't much interest in living or being excited by anything. Ann Fremantle asked to be remembered to them. Blake promises to send a photo when his hair is a little longer and asks Peter to give his love to Diddy, Conrad, and Kate.

Source: Columbia University, Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library, Peter Blake Papers, Fol 19:20-22.