"One of the most active of our merchants, he has ships of his own that ply between here and England, and he has also taken a very zealous part in the war.

The regiment that he commanded was equipped partly at his expense." "Commanded ?" exclaimed Robert.
"I used the past tense, not because he has fallen, my young friend, but Elihu was unfortunate enough to receive a severe wound in the leg some months after Ticonderoga, and he is now recuperating at his own home here near the Common.

'Tis not dangerous.

He will not lose the leg, but he will not be able to walk on it for some months yet.

A great pity, say I, that Elihu Strong is out of active service for a while, as His Majesty's government might profit greatly by his advice and leadership in the field." "I've no doubt of it," said Captain Whyte with the greatest sincerity.
"I'm all for cooeperation with the experienced men of the colonies, and so is a far greater than I, the illustrious Mr.Pitt.