The first quality of the soldier is constancy in enduring fatigue and privation. Courage is only the second.
The first quality of the soldier is constancy in enduring fatigue and privation. Courage is only the second.Napoleon Bonaparte
Moffat returned within the hour. “The enemy has withdrawn about four miles, sir.”
“All of them?” Jack asked.
Moffat nodded, dripping sweat. “I believe so, sir.”
Jack considered for a moment. “It’s either a trap or something significant has happened.”
“Yes, sir.”
“Get some rest, Moffat,” Jack said. “You’ll be out again tomorrow.”
Jack ordered Sergeant Anderson’s pioneers to restore the defences and posted strong pickets around the village.
“Lieutenant Lang, take a party out and collect any weapons the Ansar has left behind. We need as much ammunition
