He was the beau ideal of a dashing hussar, and his appearance was far more English than French.

He was immensely popular, his manner frank and pleasant, and he was greatly beloved by the peasantry on his family estates.
At this moment Cathelineau with his two generals came up, and Leigh retired from the circle.

The arrival of the young count, with his strong reinforcement, at once altered the position.

The leaders who had, since they fell back from Chemille, been depressed and almost hopeless, beamed with satisfaction as they talked with Henri, whose enthusiasm was infectious.
La Rochejaquelein accompanied them to his quarters.

Hitherto he had only heard rumours of the fighting at Chemille, and Cathelineau now gave him a full account of the affair.