One dear kinsman had just been struck dead before his eyes.

Another, bleeding from many wounds, moved feebly at his side.

But the unfortunate general's courage was sustained by a firm faith in God, and a high sense of duty to the state.

In the midst of misery and disgrace, he still held his head nobly erect, and found fortitude, not only for himself; but for all around him.

His first care was to be sure of his road.