You see them at their worst here.

There is, of course, nothing like military order in the woods, but obedience is just as prompt as among our troops.

As to the uniform, I agree with you, but on that head I should not be particular.

I can hardly fancy any of the scouts buttoned tightly up with stiff collars; but as, after all, although they are to be enlisted, they will be attached to the corps, rather than be regular members of it, I do not think I need insist upon the uniform." After leaving the major, James saw to the pitching of the tents, and the comforts of his men, and when he had done so strolled off towards a group of scouts, who were watching his proceedings, and among whom he recognized the two men for whom he was looking.
He received a cordial greeting from all who had taken part in his previous adventures with Captain Rogers's band.
"And so you are in command of this party ?" Nat said.

"I asked one of the men just now, and he said you were the captain.