After that, unless he walks through the stables in the evening, his men do not see him.

Now, how can an officer who soldiers in this dull, stupid fashion ever gain the affection of his men?
And, more important question, how can men with such an officer ever grow enthusiastic about soldiering, or even content with their lot?
Baden-Powell devoted himself to the men in his troop, and, when he was adjutant, to the whole regiment.

He would get them out of their rooms in the afternoon for sports of some kind, he would encourage them to take up flag-wagging or scouting, and he would work like a slave to provide them with an alternative for public-house and canteen.

There is a story about him, which shows how popular he is with the men, and, also, that it is possible for soldiers to take an intelligent interest in practical soldiering.

Baden-Powell was delivering a course of lectures, I think on scouting, and every lecture had been attended by a large audience which completely filled the room.