In Barracks and Wigwam — page 170: what you’re looking at

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CHAPTER XXVI. A GALLANT DEFENSE. This unexpected fire, which showed that foes were in front as well as behind, almost demoralized the troopers. As the smoke drifted down on them they huddled together in confusion, not knowing which way to turn, and seeing no enemies to shoot at. Linn alone retained his presence of mind, and was equal to the emergency. His voice rang clearly above the whooping of the Indians and the neigh- ing and trampling of the frightened horses. “Steady, there, men,” he cried. “Wait till the smoke lifts, and then give them a volley in front. Now’s your chance—fire where you see the bushes move.”’ ~The corporal’s command was instantly obeyed. The smoke had partly risen, revealing the thicket where the Sioux lay in ambush. ‘The Indians were recklessly show- ing themselves here and there amid the bushes, and with cool and steady aim, the troopers fired shot after shot. This rather staggered the foe, and the intermittent vol- ley that they sent back did no damage. Then: the thick smoke settled down along the channel of the stream, and for a moment the combatants were hidden from one an- other’s view. Linn turned to look toward the mouth of the gorge, and a rapid glance showed him that the main body of the Sioux were coming on swiftly. __ “Now’s our chance, men,” he shouted. “A quick dash _ will save us. Make for the rocky ledge up yonder on the cliff. Don’t forget the wounded—take them along. You ok is ‘ lead the way, Dawnay. Grant and I will cover the rear.” ere SP th oo comicbooks.com ia” ie hi wa oe ee