An extensive morass and a deep tank covered their front.

On their left was a fortified village; and on their right the fort of Deeg, which was supported by several lines of batteries.
Harry had been directed to accompany General Fraser, and was to take with him Abdool's little troop, to serve as escort and furnish messengers.

Abdool--now in his new uniform--rode at its head, behind General Fraser's staff, as he reconnoitred the enemy's position; and felt no small pride in his changed position, especially as the British officers of the staff, all of whom had heard of the manner in which he had brought about Harry's escape, took special notice of him; and on the march one or other had often dropped behind to have a talk with him.
The next morning the British troops moved forward to the attack, in two lines.

The 76th Regiment rushed impetuously against the fortified village, and drove its defenders out at the point of the bayonet.

A tremendous fire was at once opened by the batteries behind it but, without for a moment hesitating, the 76th charged them, and were speedily in the thick of their enemies.