At the first alarm he was at once to awake his comrades, who were to mount instantly, and form in column in the street.

Two pickets were placed three hundred yards from the village, and two others a quarter of a mile further in advance.

Harry and Jacob took up their residence in the village inn, and arranged alternately to visit the pickets and sentries every two hours.
"They shall not catch us napping, Jacob.

This is my first command on detached duty.

You and I have often remarked upon the reckless ways of our leaders.