[43] His charger.

[44] This was doubtless Watkins.

[45] Major Twist was apparently wounded earlier, when the three squadrons wheeled to the right.

[46] Baghdad lies on both sides of the river.

[47] Garden or grove.

[48] 6th March.

[49] The bodies of these men and officers were afterwards removed to Baghdad, and buried in the British Cemetery, under the superintendence of the Rev. F. H. Cooke, M.C.

[50] Afternoon of the 9th?

[51] ? 24th February, when the pursuit began.

[52] This from the officer of a conquering army.