B7160 SCOUTS Authentic Autograph Robert BADEN-POWELL First Baron of Gilwell 1909 For Sale

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B7160 SCOUTS Authentic Autograph Robert BADEN-POWELL First Baron of Gilwell 1909:
$899.99

Lieutenant General Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, 1st Baron of Gilwell, OM GCMG GCVO KCB DL

In 1907, Lieut.-General Baden-Powell foundedthe now worldwide youth Scouting movement. In 1910 Scouting found its way to America. In 1920 he was knighted and became the"1st Baron of Gilwell". He was knighted, not because of his historic stand as the "Triumphant Leader of the Siege of Mafeking" during the Second Boer War in 1900, but because of his creation of the Scouting organization. By thetime of his passing in 1941, Scouting had reached every corner of the globe andhas grown and thrived, creating men of strong caricature and leaders of theworld. Today, Scouting is the world'slargest youth organization.

Over 110 years old, this is an authentic letter from B-P to alady that had requested his assistance in 1909. This letter is in almostperfect condition, no tears, smudges or watermarks. The paper has been folded in half, then inthirds to fit into the original envelope (not included).A true museum item and an authentic, one of a kind piece of history.

offer today and own an item that without adoubt, Lord Baden-Powell touched, signed, held and owned. Own this piece of history today.

B7160 SCOUTS Authentic Autograph Robert BADEN-POWELL First Baron of Gilwell 1909

$899.99