What fathomless purpose lay beneath that stern, bearded face?
Jackson's eyes expressed nothing.

He and he alone knew what was in his mind.
But the troops asked no word from their leaders.

The fact that their faces were turned toward the north was enough for them.

They knew, too, of the heavy odds that were against them, but they were not afraid.
As Harry watched the young soldiers, many of whom sang as they marched, his own enthusiasm rose.

He had seen companies in brilliant uniforms at Richmond, but no parade soldiers were here.