Even now, on any serious change in the weather, B.-P.

is unpleasantly reminded of this adventure in far Afghanistan by rebellious throbbing in the old wound.
On his return from Kandahar Baden-Powell was appointed Adjutant and Musketry Inspector to his regiment, and he is spoken of by one who was himself adjutant of this fine regiment for many years as one of the best adjutants in the world.

Shortly after this his uncle, General Smyth, Commandant at Woolwich, offered him the tempting appointment of A.D.C., but Baden-Powell preferred India and his regiment, and declined.

Life in India suited Master Ste.

It provided him with a great deal of real soldiering, much sport, and made him acquainted with one of the most fascinating countries in the world.