British Boer War Field Marshal Lord Roberts of Kandahar Rifle Club Award

This listing features a British Boer War Field Marshal Lord Roberts of Kandahar Rifle Club Award, a historical artifact from the early 20th century. The award is associated with Lord Frederick Roberts, a prominent British military leader during the Second Boer War (1899–1902) and a key figure in British colonial military history. Items such as this were typically presented to members of rifle clubs, which were formed to encourage marksmanship and promote military preparedness among civilians and volunteers. The award likely consists of a medal, badge, or plaque, bearing inscriptions or symbols related to Lord Roberts or the Rifle Club. Its design reflects the period style, with possible reference to Lord Roberts’ title, “of Kandahar,” marking his distinguished campaigns in Afghanistan and South Africa. This piece represents the intersection of British military tradition and civilian marksmanship initiatives in the era of Empire.