They seldom lingered beyond the time at which they had pledged themselves to reappear.
It was in consequence of this indulgence that his force was thus reduced when the British approach was known.

Wemyss was in command of the 63d regiment.

He was accompanied by a large body of Tories under Major Harrison.

They moved with caution and speed, but the American General was on the alert.

He dispatched Major James with a select body of volunteers to reconnoitre.