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At the Point of the Bayonet

CHAPTER 15: Assaye
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Nana Furnuwees was not only an extraordinary man, but devoted his talents wholly to the good of the state.

His word could always be relied upon.

His life was simple, and his habits frugal.

I honoured and esteemed him, greatly." "Yes, it was owing to you, as my brother told me, that he was released from prison.

I was greatly struck with the story, when I heard it; because it showed how much can be accomplished, even by the youngest officer who is active, and enterprising, and ready to act on his own initiative.


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