In order that they may have an equal amount of work, and comfort also, I am having part of them changed every year, so that their exile may not be perpetual, nor desperation compel them to go over to the enemy, as many have done.

Accordingly, for this reason, and so that the smaller and larger boats, in which the reenforcements are conveyed, may go and come in safety, I cause some infantry to go in all of them.
[_Marginal note_: "Council.

It is well.

You have already been informed in regard to this, and it was referred to your prudence and better judgment, as you are the one in direct charge of affairs.

You shall give licenses and shall arrange for the passage of the soldiers from one part to the other in the manner most advisable."] 8th.