British military officer and statesman (1850–1916) who served as Victoria’s aide-de-camp in the Sudan, commanded the British forces during the Boer War, and was appointed secretary of state for war at the outbreak of World War I. He and more than 600 others were killed when his vessel, the HMS Hampshire, hit a mine and sank west of the Orkney Islands on June 5, 1916. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to “my dear Lady Jeanne.” In part: “I am sorry to say I am engaged for Saturday to Monday…and every day of the week of the 21st for dinner. Might I lunch with you on Saturday the 26th.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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