Wherever he went, he was pointed out.

His distinction of appearance, together with a distinction in dress, which, whether from habit or policy, was a valuable asset in his work, made him a marked man.

He dressed and looked the 'war correspondent,' such a one as he would describe in one of his stories.

He fulfilled the popular ideal of what a member of that fascinating profession should look like.

His code of life and habits was as fixed as that of the Briton who takes his habits and customs and games and tea wherever he goes, no matter how benighted or remote the spot may be.
"He was just as loyal to his code as is the Briton.