I have chosen my career with my eyes open.

A loyal Irishman cannot obtain employment, still less military employment, in his own country, and accordingly, we are to be found fighting as soldiers of fortune in every country in Europe.

At least there is some chance that we may be benefiting the royal cause by fighting for the country that gave King James shelter, and rendered him armed assistance in his struggle with the usurper, and will probably give aid, more or less efficient, when the next attempt is made.

In other countries we are but soldiers of fortune.

In France we may regard ourselves as serving our own king by serving King Louis." "Do you speak French well, Kennedy ?" O'Neil said, changing the conversation abruptly.
"Yes.