Some talk of Alexander, and some of Pericles,

Of Hector and Lysander, and such old guys as these;

But of all the horrid objects, the "wust" I do declare,

Is the Prusso-Russo-Belgo-Gallo-British Grenadier.


"The Reserve Forces."

Militia Officer. "Augh!—a new man. Ah—'ve you been in 'service before?"

Recruit. "Yes, sir."