On three sides cultivated fields extended to the foot of the strong wall that surrounded it, while on the fourth there was rough broken ground covered with scrub and brushes.
"How far does this extend ?" Captain Mallett asked the guide.
"About half a mile, and then joins a big jungle, sahib." "This is the side they will try to escape by; therefore, Mr.
Herbert, you will lead your men round here with four scaling ladders.

You will post them along at the foot of the wall, and when you hear the explosion of the powder bag or an outburst of musketry firing, you will scale the wall and advance to meet me, keeping as wide a front as possible, so as to prevent fugitives from passing you and getting out here.

The cavalry will cut off those who make across the open country.

I would give a good deal to know how many of these fellows are inside.

Four hundred was the number first reported.