Title: 1888 ORIGINAL SIGNED LETTER OF FIELD MARSHAL FREDERICK ROBERTS, FIRST EARL ROBERTS
Author: Fredrick Sleigh Robers
Publication Date: 1882-02-11
Type: Handwritten Letter
Condition: Very Good
Notes: Original hand written two page letter from Frederick Sleigh Roberts (1832-1914) sent to Keuch from Head Quarters, Madra Army, Bombay, India regarding the united service club and his correspondent's continued health and "getting through" his campaign in Ireland. Field Marshall Roberts was one of the most successful British military commanders of his time who led British Forces during the last year of the Second Boer War and served as its last Commander-in-Chief of the Forces. As one of Britain's leading military figures, he became a symbol for the British Army and in later life became an influential proponent of stronger defense in response to the increasing threat that the German Empire posed to Britain in the lead up to the First World War. Dimensions: 7.5" x 4.5" in VG condition with mild discoleration notimpacting text. Rare early letter. Additional photos available upon request. All items carefully packed to avoid damage from moisture and rough handling. Sku: 035249
