Robert Baden-Powell Signed 1906 Horse Guards Letter / Scout Movement Founder For Sale

An exceptional, investment-grade original Autograph Letter Signed (ALS) by the legendary hero of Mafeking and Founder of the Scout Movement, Lieutenant-General Robert Baden-PowellThe letter is hand-written on official command stationery from his appointment as the Inspector-General of Cavalry at Horse Guards, Whitehall. Dated 14th September 1906—the precise historical window during which Baden-Powell was actively penning his earliest structural drafts for what would become Scouting for Boys.

• The Recipient: Addressed to his staff contemporary, \"Dear Crookshank\".
• Letter Text: “Dear Crookshank, I am rather full of engagements today – but shall be in the office tomorrow between 12 & 2, & very glad to see you. Yours tr, Robert Baden-Powell”
• Letterhead Details: Pristine, sharp red die-stamped circular crest featuring the Royal Arms and the text: \"Inspector General of the Forces / Horse Guards, Whitehall, S.W.\"

Condition Report:
Excellent antique condition. The fountain pen ink is highly legible and bold. The fine wove paper is structurally crisp and clean with original document fold lines and minor handling toning consistent with a 120-year-old document. No tears or modern alterations.Authenticity & Certification Disclaimer:
Sold raw/uncertified from a premium private vintage ephemera collection. The handwriting, signature mechanics, ink pooling, and stationery provenance are 100% correct and guaranteed authentic for Baden-Powell. Please study the high-resolution photographs to satisfy your own assessment before purchasing. Sold as-is.Shipping:
Secured inside an acid-free archival sleeve inside a rigid top-loader container, shipped flat via fully insured, tracked delivery.