We must find out where they intend to strike.

What do you say ?" "We go there!" exclaimed four voices together.
Seldom has a council of war been followed by action so promptly.
As Henry spoke the last word he rose, and the others rose with him.
Saying no more, he led toward the east, and the others followed him, also saying no more.

Separately every one of them was strong, brave, and resourceful, but when the five were together they felt that they had the skill and strength of twenty.

The long rest at Pittsburgh had restored them after the dangers and hardship of their great voyage from New Orleans.
They carried in horn and pouch ample supplies of powder and bullet, and they did not fear any task.
Their journey continued through hilly country, clothed in heavy forest, but often without undergrowth.

They avoided the open spaces, preferring to be seen of men, who were sure to be red men, as little as possible.
Their caution was well taken.