Correspondence respecting Mr. Portal's Mission to Abyssinia.

£125 · Offered by Maggs Bros Ltd

“On 17 Oct. 1887 Portal was ordered to attempt a reconciliation between the king of Abyssinia and the Italian government. On 21 Oct. he left for Massowah. To succeed in such a mission was almost impossible, but he made every effort, and showed rare judgment and coolness in travelling through a disturbed country. He returned on 31 Dec., without effecting his purpose, but with a considerably enhanced reputation.” [ DNB ]

• Year: 1888

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