Title: 1905 ORIGINAL SIGNED HANDWRITTEN LETTER OF FIELD MARSHAL FREDERICK ROBERTS, FIRST EARL ROBERTS with LOA
Author: Frederick Sleigh Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts, f
Publication Date: 1905-02-15
Type: Handwritten Letter
Condition: Very Good
Notes: Original signed three page handwritten letters from Field Marshal Frederick Sleigh Roberts (1832-1914), first Earl Roberts to Dr. MacNamars regarding a news article. 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 opened: 8.75” x 7” In VG condition with small tear along fold line and residue from paper clip. Includes LOA (Letter of Authenticity) and COA (certificate of Authenticity) from Global Authentics. Additional photos available upon request. All items carefully packed to avoid damage from moisture and rough handling. Sku: 035245
