They talked together during some time; and their animated gestures were observed with deep interest by all who were within sight.
At length Luxemburg formed his decision.

A last attempt must be made to carry Neerwinden; and the invincible household troops, the conquerors of Steinkirk, must lead the way.
The household troops came on in a manner worthy of their long and terrible renown.

A third time Neerwinden was taken.

A third time William tried to retake it.

At the head of some English regiments he charged the guards of Lewis with such fury that, for the first time in the memory of the oldest warrior, that far famed band gave way.