12/41 What are you going to do ?" "I don't know. I seem to be left high and dry for the present, at least. We're all in the dark here, but any young strong man can certainly get a chance to fight in this war. I'm on the staff of General Vaugirard, a brigade commander, and he needs active young officers. You speak good French, and the fact that you came with Lannes will be a great recommendation, I'll provide you with a horse and all else necessary." John thanked him with great sincerity. |