We might hang some of the blankets at the sides." The captain and lieutenant of Harry's company were taken into consultation, and with the aid of half a dozen soldiers, some muskets bound together and some ramrods, a penthouse shelter was made.

Some sods were laid on the lower edge to keep it down.

Each side was closed with two blankets.

Some cords from one of the baggage carts were used as guy ropes to the corners, and a very snug shelter was constructed.
This Harry invited the colonel and officers to use, and although the space was limited, the greater portion of them managed to sit down in it, those who could not find room taking up their places in front, where the tent afforded a considerable shelter from the wind and rain.
No one thought of sleeping.

Pipes were lighted, and Jack's two bottles of rum afforded a tot to each.