Presenting a meticulously researched biography of Robert Baden-Powell 1st Baron Baden-Powell.
This work celebrates the achievements of the strong and influential British Army officer
writer founder and first Chief Scout of the global Scout Movement. Baden-Powell operated in
the British Army from 1876 till 1910 in India and Africa. During the Second Boer War 1899 in
South Africa Baden-Powell successfully defended the town in the Siege of Mafeking. Since the
life and legacy of Baden-Powell cannot be separated from the turbulent period in which he lived
this work represents the history of Great Britain. The author interests the readers with
several unknown facts about the brave officer and his role in the Second Boer War when guarding
Mafeking seemed impossible. Content includes: Introduction To The Man In The Street
Baden-Powell-the Manner Of Man He Is An Expedition And A Campaign The Story Of The Siege Of
Mafeking 1899-1900