Captain, late 3rd Dragoon Guards.

September, 1913.


CONTENTS

CHAPTER I

[Early Experiences]

Born in Scotland—At fifteen years old appointed to the 78th Regiment—First visit to London—Join regiment at Shorncliffe—Embark for Gibraltar—Put under arrest—Lieutenant James Mackay

CHAPTER II

[The Campaign of Maida]

Expedition to Calabria—In General Acland’s brigade—Battle of Maida—Sergeant McCrae and the wounded Frenchman—Reggio—Capture of Catrone—Taormina—Syracuse