Glazed creamware Cup and Saucer produced in the late 19th century by James Macintyre and Co Burslem England. Brown transfer printed illustration ‘ A Gentleman in Khaki ‘ by Richard Carlton Woodville and extracts from the famous poem   ‘ The Absent Minded Beggar ‘  by Rudyard Kipling. Written specially for the second Boar War 1899-1902.

Kipling along with Sullivan from the Gilbert and Sullivan Partnership and the Daily Mail began a movement which raised thousands of pounds for impoverished Soldiers and their families who fought in the Boar war.  ( Facinating information on the internet ). 

I believe this was part of a one person breakfast set. I have a Quatrefoil tray and a Tea Pot on separate listings. ( ref National Army Museum Collection Chelsea London ). 

Saucer: 13.5 cm diameter.

Cup: 6.5 cm high x 9.5 across including the handle.