As a soldier and administrator, and a sportsman, Sir Pratap’s record was unique, and made his name a household word in English as well as in India. It is unlikely that a reputation thus built up could ever fade, and it is in the interest of posterity, rather than in any apprehension that the name of ‘Sir P.’ may be forgotten, that the idea of a definite and lasting tribute to his memory is put forward. By such a memorial the rising generations may be helped to keep in view the lofty principles and indomitable spirit which animated him.