Letter from Lt-Gen Sir Charles James Napier on the deficiencies in manpower in the Indian army necessitating the use of older men like himself who are unfit for the rigours of army life and campaigns
Two letters from William E Hay about his leaving the army and establishing himself as a merchant in Simla, his and Prince Waldemar's expedition to China, reflecting a strong interest in natural history and the Sikhs
Personal letters from Lt-Gen Colin Mackenzie, with notes by his wife Helen, commenting on India and outlining his christian principles which govern his life