[ [3] The Arabs who had established themselves in the towns used to despise the vagabond Bedouins.
[ [4] "Monsieur le Caporal" was Corporal Wassermann's nickname, because in the eyes of the légionnaires he was far too particular in his manners and language when giving orders.
[ [5] "Goums" is the Legion's name for the Arab gendarmes.
[ [6] See close of chapter.