The Margaret Conant Papers consist of copies and excerpts of letters and diary transcripts, correspondence, "reminiscences" recorded in 1991, maps, biographical information, and photographs. The papers chiefly document Conant's work with the American Red Cross in the Middle East during World War II. Conant recounts her travels through the Middle and East Africa with comments on interactions with native populations. Conant describes events aboard the ship while traveling through the region, including Christmas activities. Of special note is her trip to Teheran, Iran and the Caspian Sea. Conant also describes relations between the Americans and Russians in the region, as well as the end of World War II.