In this letter dated November 7, 1918, Lieutentant John Martin of the American Red Cross sends his condolences to Mrs. Lawrence upon the death of her son Burtis. He assures her that her son was well cared for in a top hospital, supervised by American Red Cross officials who made sure he had everthing he needed. Lieutentant Martin describes Burtis Lawrence's funeral and grave and offers to send of photograph to his mother.