ROBERTS (Frederick, Earl, 1832-1914, V.C., K.G., ‘Roberts of Kandahar’, Field Marshal)

Typed Letter Signed with autograph Salutation and Subscription to Lord NELSON (Horatio, 3rd Earl, 1823-1913, MP) apologising for his late reply “but I have been very busy. I fear that it will not be within my power to accept your kind invitation to open the sale of work for the benefit of the Church in South Africa which you have sent me, as my time is so much taken up with official business. I should esteem it a favour if you will be good enough to convey to the Ladies’ Committee my regrets that I cannot avail myself of the privilege offered...”, 1 side A4, War Office, London, 21st January

Roberts, hero of the Relief of Kandahar, won the Victoria Cross in the Indian Mutiny. He became the last Commander-in-Chief of the Forces on 3rd January 1901. During his time in office he introduced the Short Magazine Lee Enfield Rifle and the 18-pounder Gun and provided improved education and training for soldiers. In September 1902, Lord Roberts and St John Brodrick, Secretary of State for War, visited Germany to attend the German army manoeuvres as guest of the Emperor Wilhelm. He served as Commander-in-Chief for three years before the post was abolished as recommended by Lord Esher in the Esher Report in February 1904.

Item Date:  1901

Stock No:  42640      £150

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