Richard Bentley, 1898, Re Bound Green Gilt Leather Backstrip, with red label, Book Condition: Very Good, First In One Volume

Lord Roberts commanded the British forces in Afghanistan during Baden-Powell's service in 1881-1882. He was later to become the Commander-in-Chief in India (1885-1893), in the South African War (1899-1902) and, finally Commander-in-Chief of the British Army (1901-1904). For much of Baden-Powell's active military service, Lord Roberts was among the highest ranking and most respected officers of the British Army. He became known as "Kipling's General." Slight rubbing to covers,Slight foxing to endpapers, Frontispiece of Lord Roberts, fold out maps. Size: Octavo (standard book size). Category: Military & Warfare; Britain/UK; 19th century;