I think the sergeant has made more of my doings than I deserved." "I don't think it likely.

It is no small thing for so young a soldier to so distinguish himself.

The sergeant will not be able to resume his duties for some time, and I therefore appoint you a corporal; and shall put your name in orders, today, for very distinguished service.

How long is it since you joined the regiment ?" "A short time before we marched." "Well, you have done honour to the corps and, in the name of myself and my officers, I thank you." Lisle saluted, and returned to the lines.
"The colonel has made me a corporal," he answered, as the others gathered round and questioned him.
A cheer burst from them, for his tent companion, and the other men who had returned, had all spoken in the highest terms of his conduct.

Lisle was quite confused by the heartiness of their reception.
"He is a wonderfully young fellow," the colonel said, as he left them.