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Lord Kitchener made Military Admiral, 1909
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Lord Kitchener made Military Admiral, 1909
Fascinating page from the Bystander showing a photograph of Lord Kitchener with critical editorial of his new position as Military Admiral which required him to travel hundreds of miles to inspect Infantry Companys around Malta, Gibraltar, Egypt, Cyprus and Crete, when Lord Kitchener is wanted at the War Office. The Bystander also comments, The most brilliant soldier in the Empires service has, to all intents and purposes, been banished...We await with interest Mr. Haldanes explanation of this arrangement. Date: 1909
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Lord Kitchener: The Enigmatic Military Admiral, 1909 (A Fascinating Insight from The Bystander) This image from The Bystander, dated 1909, showcases a photograph of the renowned military leader, Lord Kitchener, in his new position as a Military Admiral. The caption beneath the portrait expresses the editorial's critical perspective on Kitchener's new appointment, which required him to travel extensively to inspect Infantry Companies in Malta, Gibraltar, Egypt, Cyprus, and Crete. The editorial notes that Kitchener, who was widely regarded as the most brilliant soldier in the British Empire, had effectively been banished from his post at the War Office. The map in the background of the image illustrates the vast territories under Kitchener's new command, highlighting the immense distance he would have to cover to fulfill his duties. The editorial expresses surprise and concern over Kitchener's departure from the War Office, where his leadership was sorely needed. The Bystander also raises questions about the motives behind this unexpected appointment and the rationale behind it, asking its readers to await with interest the explanation from the newly appointed Secretary of State for War, Haldane. This intriguing portrait of Lord Kitchener, combined with the critical editorial commentary, offers a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of the British Empire during this period. The image underscores the complexities of military command and the tensions that could arise between political and military appointments. Overall, this image and editorial provide a compelling insight into the intricacies of British military and political history.
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