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Robert Baden-Powell

Baden-Powell follows his motto to be prepared

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Baden-Powell follows his motto to be prepared

Founder of the Boy Scouts. ALS signed “R. Baden-Powell,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Inspector General of Cavalry, War Office letterhead, August 9, 1903. Letter to an associate. In part, “Your letter re:…Nobler received. I had not forgotten him by any means and had had his case up again…But they seem mighty shy of creating precedents. However I am glad on his account that he’s got something better, though very sorry to lose his services.” In fine condition, with a light mounting remnant to reverse of second page. R&R COA.

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