WASHINGTON
Good! Christmas night! Yes that's it! Has Colonel Rall taken any precautions against surprise?
HONEYMAN
Nary a one that I could see. He ain't a mite o' use fer you er yer soldiers. Ragamuffins he called 'em.
WASHINGTON
Ragamuffins? Yes, they are, poor fellows, but Honeyman, we'll see—perhaps ragamuffins can fight when they're given the chance—and with this information, you have given us our chance!
HONEYMAN
Wal', sir, I thought ye'd like to know.
WASHINGTON
Now, shall I turn you lose, Honeyman?