So far we have sought only to draw them on.
But here and at Dundee we must make a stand, and all yesterday and this morning we have thought only of one question: Will they venture to come on?
They have numbers on their side--an advantage certainly of three to one, possibly more.

The rough country with its rocky flat-topped lines of hill is just suited for their method of warfare--to lie behind stones and take careful shots at any one in range.

Besides, if they are to do anything, they know they must be quick.

The Basutos are chanting their war-song on the Free State frontier.

The British reinforcements are coming, and all irregulars have a tendency to melt away if you keep them waiting.