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He received a lieutenancy before the company entered its first engagement even. Absalom, Absalom! 1936-01-01T00:00:00Z
Get madame to assign that part to me, and the lieutenancy is yours.' Caricature and Other Comic Art in all Times and many Lands. 2012-04-04T02:00:59.277Z
Later, Lord Cochrane, when promoted to a lieutenancy, was dining with Admiral Vandepat, and being seated near him, was asked what dish was before him. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z
His services in Parliament, his lord lieutenancy of Ireland, his achievements on different embassies, and as Secretary of State were of value to his country. How Justice Grew: Virginia Counties, An Abstract of Their Formation 2012-03-16T02:00:20.963Z
After the action his native State gave him a sword, and he was promoted to a lieutenancy. Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable 2012-03-08T03:00:11.013Z
During the War of 1812 he served under Andrew Jackson against the Creek Indians, and his bravery at the battle of Tohopeka, in which he was disabled by several wounds, won promotion to a lieutenancy. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 7 "Horticulture" to "Hudson Bay" 2012-03-04T03:00:13.390Z
"Your nephew will not have long to wait," Matignon whispered, "if a lieutenancy will suit him." The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z
You will be gazetted, under your own name, to the first lieutenancy which falls vacant. The Truants 2012-01-28T03:00:26.257Z
He accepted the task readily, and had as his first reward the joy of removing Newcastle from the lieutenancy of three counties. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z
The 45th was a nine-months regiment, but he got himself passed out of it, in advance of its discharge, to a lieutenancy in the 55th U.S.C.T., Notes of a Son and Brother 2011-12-29T03:00:14.087Z
In the early part of the French Revolution he held a lieutenancy in the militia; from thence he exchanged into some regular regiment and went to the West Indies. The Battle of The Press As Told in the Story of the Life of Richard Carlile By His Daughter, Theophila Carlile Campbell 2011-12-24T03:08:06.653Z
Is this the gentleman who is so particular in asserting his lieutenancy? By Right of Sword 2011-12-22T03:00:24.563Z
He was living in New York when the war began, but returned to his native State, and joined us, being elected to a lieutenancy. Life Gleanings 2011-12-01T03:00:23.890Z
As a soldier he received the usual training of a Prussian prince, obtained his lieutenancy in 1784, became a colonel commanding in 1790, and took part in the campaigns of 1792-94. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z
He had only one course left if he would listen to nothing but restoration to the army, and that was to accept a second lieutenancy and begin over again at the bottom of the list. A Trooper Galahad 2011-10-12T02:00:53.977Z
In 1821 they gave me my lieutenancy in the Cape Mounted Rifles.” The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z
During the period of the threatened invasion of the French, in 1803, this castle was fixed upon by the lieutenancy of the county, as the site for a signal station and beacon. Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated Vol.1-11 Historical, Entertaining & Commercial; Alphabetically Arranged. 11 Volume set. 2011-09-26T02:00:29.140Z
Then he served with the Carabineers, and afterwards obtained a lieutenancy in the 17th Lancers. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z
While David Farragut was at a port in the Mediterranean, he was summoned to America to take his examination for the lieutenancy. Four American Naval Heroes Paul Jones, Admiral Farragut, Oliver H. Perry, Admiral Dewey 2011-07-04T02:00:24.047Z
Napoleon immediately settled a pension upon the old man, and promoted the soldier to a lieutenancy. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None 2011-06-27T02:01:02.870Z
He received from the earl of Orrery a lieutenancy in his regiment, then in Ireland, but in two letters of his dated from Holland in 1700 he says nothing of military service. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z
After passing for his lieutenancy in January, 1812, Mr. Johnson went with Sir James Lucas Yeo to the Lakes of Canada, where they contended at great disadvantage with the American squadron.  Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z
What use is a lieutenancy to a farmer? An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. III (of III). (Ut Mine Stromtid) 2011-04-14T02:01:02.690Z
After a voyage to the Cape of Good Hope, when he was promoted to a lieutenancy, Flinders was engaged during February 1798 in a survey of the Furneaux Islands, lying to the north of Tasmania. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z
The clerk read, and told him, "that probably he might obtain leave to purchase a lieutenancy." Voltaire's Romances, Complete in One Volume 2011-03-20T02:00:21.247Z
The miniature is set in a narrow gold frame, without jewels; for although I won my promotion, it was only a lieutenancy. Joscelyn Cheshire A Story of Revolutionary Days in the Carolinas 2011-03-10T03:00:48.177Z
In such statements, however, in the present article the whole of the lieutenancy of the Caucasus will be left out of account. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 8 "Ethiopia" to "Evangelical Association" 2011-03-05T03:00:24.537Z
The Emperors, compelled by impotence to acquiesce in Theodoric's lieutenancy of Italy, wished him in their hearts all possible bad luck, and bided their time to make trouble for him. A Short History of Italy (476-1900) 2011-02-24T03:01:00.630Z
The sagacity of Wolfe honored him with well-deserved praise, and promotion to a lieutenancy. The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 4, April, 1852 2011-02-23T03:00:33.760Z
Mr. Harvey, a midshipman, who had been in the last as well as the present voyage, was promoted to the vacant lieutenancy. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z
I was extremely desirous of attaining a lieutenancy. Told by the Death's Head A Romantic Tale 2010-12-30T03:00:21.423Z
He then received the office of intendant of Tours, and resumed the lieutenancy of police in 1722. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip"
Merckel," he added, "went over to the Landwehr, too; for if he hadn't, he couldn't have made sure of his lieutenancy. Regina or the Sins of the Fathers
The most remarkable circumstance attending those lieutenancies was that they were sometimes conferred on the heir apparent during his infancy. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3
On his recovery he was promoted to a second lieutenancy. The Irish at the Front
They had an only son, who in July, 1870, entered the army as a volunteer, was promoted to a lieutenancy on the field of battle, and had remained in the service. Landolin
At Antietam, the bloodiest battle of the war, McKinley's gallantry was so conspicuous that he was promoted to a lieutenancy. The Greater Republic A History of the United States
By the side of Wolfe was an Irish youth, twenty-one years of age, whom, for his gallantry, Wolfe promoted to a lieutenancy. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools
Index: F Ten years trading patent, with position of lieutenant-general granted to, 5; conducts expedition to Acadia, 6; patent cancelled but renewed for one year, 7; sails for Quebec, 8; resigns lieutenancy, 12. The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History
"He's pretty high up for his lieutenancy by this, ain't he?" said Beecher, rattling on. Davenport Dunn, Volume 1 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day
Eventually I was gazetted to a lieutenancy in Her Majesty's Household Cavalry. Long Live the King
On March 5, 1864, he was promoted to a first lieutenancy, and mustered out of the volunteer service June 7, 1865. The Battle of the Big Hole A History of General Gibbon's Engagement with Nez Percés Indians in the Big Hole Valley, Montana, August 9th, 1877.
His son has been in sixteen battles—and yet the government refuses him a lieutenancy, because he is not quite twenty-one years of age. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital
Obtained a lieutenancy in the Ligni�res Regiment; took service under De Tracy, 1664, and came to Canada the following year. The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History
But to start more modestly, how would a lieutenancy suit, do you think?” The Missourian
I will go at once to the Louvre, resign my post as captain of mousquetaires, and solicit a lieutenancy in the Cardinal's guards; and if I am refused, morbleu! Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845
My aunt—she lets me call her aunt—is my mistress now; I owe her my lieutenancy and my laced coat. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges
Randolph doesn't stand the ghost of a chance for the second lieutenancy, and he has good cheek to ask the boys to give it to him. Rodney The Partisan
He was appointed an ensign in Washington’s first Virginia regiment, July 20, 1754, and promoted to a lieutenancy on October 30th following. Chronicles of Border Warfare or, a History of the Settlement by the Whites, of North-Western Virginia, and of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the State
Unlimited plunder was at Cicero's command—provinces, magistracies, abnormal lieutenancies—but he took nothing. The Life of Cicero Volume II.
But Arnold had roused suspicions in the heart of more than one brave soldier; among them Andrew Henry, who had been promoted to a lieutenancy for brave conduct and foresight. A Little Girl in Old Philadelphia
His father died in 1818, and in 1820, when seventeen, he entered the Swedish army as an ensign and was rapidly promoted to a lieutenancy. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 6 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History
It was the spirit which had carried his father from a lieutenancy in the navy to the position of an honored and influential member of the court. William Penn
That means, of course, that you have got a lieutenancy. By Conduct and Courage A Story of the Days of Nelson
The fateful letter burdening Doggie with the King’s commission arrived a few weeks later: a second lieutenancy in a Fusilier battalion of the New Army. The Rough Road
"A second lieutenancy, even after four years, will suit me well enough," retorted Noll. Uncle Sam's Boys in the Ranks or, Two Recruits in the United States Army
He procures Cassio's discharge from the lieutenancy by involving him in a drunken brawl. William Shakespeare
After a short but eventful career afloat, he returns home, and subsequently joins the sister service, being appointed to a second lieutenancy in the old 95th Rifles. Historic Boys Their Endeavours, Their Achievements, and Their Times
“A lieutenancy!” the admiral said in a changed tone. By Conduct and Courage A Story of the Days of Nelson
Lieutenant General Sir Thomas Saumarez entered the army in January 1776, at the early age of 15 years, when he purchased a second lieutenancy in the 23rd regiment or Royal Welsh Fusiliers. Memoirs and Correspondence of Admiral Lord de Saumarez. Vol II
Soon after his promotion to a lieutenancy Tucker was married, at Norfolk, Virginia, on the 7th of June, 1838, to Virginia, daughter of Captain Thomas Tarleton Webb, of the United States Navy. Life of Rear Admiral John Randolph Tucker
Next day I enrolled myself as a gentleman volunteer in Lord Balmerino’s troop of horse-guards, and was at once appointed to a lieutenancy. A Daughter of Raasay A Tale of the '45
By the promotion of Sergeant Bell to the second lieutenancy, Sergeant Huhn became first or orderly sergeant, according to company order of the 1st of November. History of Company E of the Sixth Minnesota Regiment of Volunteer Infantry
“Thank you, sir! but I own I had rather hopes of obtaining a lieutenancy.” By Conduct and Courage A Story of the Days of Nelson
A petty first lieutenancy is nothing for a brilliant fellow like you.” The Young Lieutenant or, The Adventures of an Army Officer
By all the rules and laws and strict regulations which govern military examinations, Bones had not only failed, but he had seriously jeopardized his right to his lieutenancy, if every man had his due. The Keepers of the King's Peace
I had just been promoted to a first lieutenancy, and thought that I saw a generalship in the dim distance. Duffels
In forwarding this order to Wilkes, Temple added some complimentary expressions, and on the 7th the earl was dismissed both from his lieutenancy and the privy council. The Political History of England - Vol. X. The History of England from the Accession of George III to the close of Pitt's first Administration
I have already got my full lieutenancy, and am down for my captaincy. "The Pomp of Yesterday"
Up to 1850 midshipmen went at once to sea, and, after five years there, spent one at Annapolis; whereupon followed the final examination for a lieutenancy. From Sail to Steam, Recollections of Naval Life
I shall anxiously wait to hear further from you in reference to the lieutenancy. History of the Eighty-sixth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, during its term of service
So indifferent is he as to the uniform he bears that the year before last, in Vienna, he begged an influential Serb to recommend him for a lieutenancy in the Serbian army. The Birth of Yugoslavia, Volume 2
He was promoted to his lieutenancy for the manner in which he acquitted himself as the bearer of special despatches by sea to the north, having eluded the enemy in successive attacks and pursuits. The Loyalists of America and Their Times, Vol. 2 of 2 From 1620-1816
Our host and one or two others appeared, as was in those days a common fashion with country gentlemen, in the lieutenancy uniform of their county. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume V (of 10)
We might also call it your commission to first lieutenancy. Marjorie Dean, High School Freshman
"Much nearer than father was to even a first lieutenancy when you married him," was the joyous answer. Tonio, Son of the Sierras A Story of the Apache War
In the meantime Fred was walking along with May Powell, and had also been congratulated on attaining a lieutenancy. The Rover Boys Under Canvas or The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine
"Has he not been lately appointed to a lieutenancy in the King's Bodyguard, company of Noailles?" The False Chevalier or, The Lifeguard of Marie Antoinette
"You fellows in 'F' were down on your captain when he took his colonelcy; and I'm as proud of my junior lieutenancy in the old First, as if I commanded 'F' company itself!" Four Years in Rebel Capitals An Inside View of Life in the Southern Confederacy from Birth to Death
He served with me in the Vosges, distinguished himself greatly, and won his lieutenancy and the Cross. The Young Franc Tireurs And Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War
Nevertheless, you'll come out an ensign of the line, and I can buy your lieutenancy in a guard regiment within the month. The Genius
I am very sorry that you refused to run for a lieutenancy after your defeat. The Rover Boys Under Canvas or The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine
He had just been advanced to a first lieutenancy, and the family were jubilant in consequence. Joyce's Investments A Story for Girls
As soon as he graduated a lieutenancy was offered him in one of the companies, but deferring an answer, he left immediately for a college in the interior. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience
He prefers a small vessel to a large one, because he is not obliged to be so particular in his dress—and looks for his lieutenancy whenever there shall be another charity promotion. The Three Cutters
But Crowhurst is looking forward to get his lieutenancy to a certainty.” The Missing Ship The Log of the "Ouzel" Galley
Poor Billy was under the impression that he should have to leave the service without a chance of becoming one of England’s admirals, or even obtaining his lieutenancy. The Three Admirals
You have surely served long enough to pass for a mate, and I would advise you to apply at once, that you may be ready for your lieutenancy.” From Powder Monkey to Admiral A Story of Naval Adventure
I had a lieutenancy offered me three or four times; but that is not bread, madam—I live much better as I do. The Beaux-Stratagem
I have put in for the first lieutenancy, so we won’t run foul of each other. The Rifle Rangers
How dare they rob Your Royal Highness of the lieutenancy, granted by Your Royal Highness's august father, the King? Journal of a Voyage to Brazil And Residence There During Part of the Years 1821, 1822, 1823
Cornish again demanded to see the order, but the officer forthwith laid hands on him and thrust him out, declaring that he would abide by the order of the lieutenancy, who were his masters. London and the Kingdom - Volume II
And you see you went through West Point and got your lieutenancy as Max Doran. A Soldier of the Legion
Soon after, de Lamarck was nominated to a lieutenancy; but so glorious a beginning of his military career was most unexpectedly checked. Lamarck, the Founder of Evolution His Life and Work
To these complaints the King replies that, at the expiration of Lord Furnival's lieutenancy, he would provide a remedy by the appointment of good and sufficient officers. Henry of Monmouth, Volume 2 Memoirs of Henry the Fifth
"What do you say, gentlemen, to a second lieutenancy for General Beatty's friend?" The Citizen-Soldier or, Memoirs of a Volunteer
Upon my arrival I was honoured with a sub-deaconship and a lieutenancy. Candide
Five years after graduation he had worked up to a first lieutenancy, and two years more found him a captain. Boys' Book of Famous Soldiers
To Ireton he offered the lieutenancy of Ireland; to Cromwell the garter, the title of earl of Essex, and the command of the army. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell
Sam Chapman, the ex-artillery captain, who had worked up from the ranks to a lieutenancy with Mosby, was left in charge of the main force, while Mosby and a small party galloped ahead to reconnoiter. Rebel Raider
I certainly know colonels who could not obtain a recommendation from this Board for a second lieutenancy. The Citizen-Soldier or, Memoirs of a Volunteer
Somebody in Washington got him a lieutenancy, and while the commission was on its way to him out West he got into a bar-room brawl. Crittenden A Kentucky Story of Love and War
About this time, also, he was promoted to a first lieutenancy, the first official recognition for his many long months of work. Boys' Book of Famous Soldiers
During the contest of the two parties, the government of Ireland had remained a great object of intrigue; and the Presbyterians endeavored to obtain the lieutenancy for Waller, the Independents for Lambert. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell
All this, of course, occasioned a fresh wave of Union raids into the home territory of the raiders, during one of which Yank Ames, who had risen to a lieutenancy in the Forty-Third, was killed. Rebel Raider
"Recommend him for a first lieutenancy," I suggested; and they did. The Citizen-Soldier or, Memoirs of a Volunteer
His continuance at the front of operations during this and the following year therefore postponed his deserved advancement to a lieutenancy, by retaining him from the "jurisdiction" of those able to bestow it. Types of Naval Officers Drawn from the History of the British Navy
Upon obtaining his lieutenancy he returned to Guernsey, raised an independent company, and exchanged into the 49th, the Royal Berkshires, then stationed in Barbadoes. The Story of Isaac Brock Hero, Defender and Saviour of Upper Canada, 1812
Oh, I was a man, right enough, to be singled out by the Knitting Swede for his chief lieutenancy. The Blood Ship
Still, desire of advancement and resentment about the lieutenancy, though factors and indispensable factors in the cause of Iago's action, are neither the principal nor the most characteristic factors. Shakespearean Tragedy Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth
Of this knowledge he gave full proof a year later, when, before a board of captains, strangers to him, he successfully passed his examinations for a lieutenancy. The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain
The commissioning of this large number of colored men even to lieutenancies was, without doubt, a distinct step in advance; it was an entering wedge. The Colored Regulars in the United States Army
I suppose if I had gotten the lieutenancy, I should have wanted a captaincy, and then I shouldn't have been satisfied until I had charge of a battalion—and so on up the line. Charred Wood
This nobleman was born in Ireland during the lieutenancy of the earl of Strafford, in the reign of King Charles I. Lord Strafford was his godfather, and named him by his own surname. The Lives of the Poets of Great Britain and Ireland (1753) Volume II
Iago was, as he says, chiefly incited by two things, the desire of advancement, and a hatred of Othello due principally to the affair of the lieutenancy. Shakespearean Tragedy Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth
Indeed, the admiral, always more impulsive than Clive, offered him on the spot a lieutenancy in the fleet, and was not very well pleased when Desmond politely declined the honor. In Clive's Command A Story of the Fight for India
Sergeant Norris is promoted to a lieutenancy for distinguished service. "Forward, March" A Tale of the Spanish-American War
A word from Father Chaumonot into the governor's ear promoted the Chevalier to a lieutenancy in lieu of Nicot's absence in Onondaga. The Grey Cloak
In consequence of this resentment, the King put him out of the privy council, bedchamber, and lieutenancy of York, ordering him likewise to be struck out of all commissions. The Lives of the Poets of Great Britain and Ireland (1753) Volume II
On the 8th of April, 1807, he was made a privy councillor; and on the 19th of the same month, appointed chief secretary for Ireland, under the lord lieutenancy of the Duke of Richmond. Maxims and Opinions of Field-Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington, Selected From His Writings and Speeches During a Public Life of More Than Half a Century
How would a second lieutenancy strike you, Jewel? The Thunder Bird
The future governor of the Marquesas added a galon to his sleeves, marking his advance to a first lieutenancy in the French colonial army. White Shadows in the South Seas
At the beginning of April I was gazetted to a lieutenancy in the 6th Connaught Rangers, and began to know the Division from another aspect. John Redmond's Last Years
Saladin was the servant of the Sultan of Aleppo, and he had been recognized and confirmed in office by Mostadhi strictly on the score of this lieutenancy. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 06 (From Barbarossa to Dante)
By it Cossim Ali Khân is to have the lieutenancy at present, and the succession. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 09 (of 12)
"As for you"—turning to George—"you have fairly earned your lieutenancy." With Marlborough to Malplaquet A Story of the Reign of Queen Anne
He was soon after promoted to a lieutenancy. International Weekly Miscellany - Volume 1, No. 8, August 19, 1850
As the young executive had been promoted to a lieutenancy on the eve of departure from New York his visions of prize-money were doubtless proportionately enhanced by the capture! The Bay State Monthly — Volume 1, No. 4, April, 1884
Do but observe the common practice in the government of those heroic bodies, our militia and lieutenancies, the most ancient corps of soldiers, perhaps, in the universe. The Tatler, Volume 1, 1899
He prefers a small vessel to a large one, because he is not obliged to be so particular in his dress —and looks for his lieutenancy whenever there shall be another charity promotion. Peter Simple; and, The Three Cutters, Vol. 1-2
He went into one of the New Mexican troops, and by his high qualities and zealous attention to duty speedily rose to a sergeantcy, and finally won his lieutenancy for gallantry in action. The Rough Riders
I received by the mail the confirmation of my lieutenancy, by Sir H. Fane, from Bombay. Campaign of the Indus
He won a lieutenancy by sheer bravery in the field. Ensign Knightley and Other Stories
There they won distinction and lieutenancies in the Belgian service, the latter bestowed upon them by King Albert himself. The Boy Allies in the Balkan Campaign Or, the Struggle to Save a Nation
On April 8, 1777, he passed his examination for a lieutenancy, and was appointed to the Lowestoft frigate, Captain Locker, then fitting out for Jamaica. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 10 — Lives and Letters
We must manage to keep it mum from her, and as soon as I get the girl I'll accept the lieutenancy, and be off to the wars till all blows over. Fort Lafayette or, Love and Secession
He was probably reclaimed by receiving the government of Hull and lieutenancy of Yorkshire. The Dramatic Works of John Dryden, Volume 1 With a Life of the Author
I afterwards ascertained he was the son of some underling about the Portsmouth dock-yard, who had worked his way up to a lieutenancy, and owed his advancement principally to his readiness in impressing seamen. Miles Wallingford Sequel to "Afloat and Ashore"
From that fight I got my lieutenancy, and then was sent off by Sir Arthur Wellesley on special duty to the Lusitanian Legion in Alcantara--a flattering position opened to my enterprise. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 06 — Fiction
Soon after his return, on the 8th of April 1777, he passed his examination for a lieutenancy. The Life of Horatio Lord Nelson
In the course of this day, G. S. Capers took three swords from the British in single rencounters, and Gen. Marion promoted him to a lieutenancy. A Sketch of the life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion and a history of his brigade
He had held a lieutenancy in the Second South Carolina Regiment, and was present at the battle of Fort Moultrie. The Life of Francis Marion
Herrick had probably accepted the vicarship as he would have accepted a lieutenancy in a troop of horse—with an eye to present emolument and future promotion. Ponkapog Papers
He then became a master's mate, and had to serve for three years as such before he was eligible for promotion to a lieutenancy. Tracks of a Rolling Stone
They completed the transfer of my lieutenancy in two days, and then, in their superabundant humanity, offered me the place of croupier in an inferior house which they kept near Hanover Square. The Gaming Table: Its Votaries and Victims Volume I (of II)
He was not long after, when the unlucky Monmouth fell into disgrace, recompensed with the lieutenancy of Yorkshire and the government of Hull. Lives of the Poets, Volume 1
Conquered, he apprehended the fate of Charles I. of England; absent, he feared that the duke of Orleans would obtain the lieutenancy of the kingdom. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814
They did so, and secured each a lieutenancy in an artillery regiment. The Boy Life of Napoleon Afterwards Emperor of the French
For his skill and gallantry Mr. Basset was promoted to a lieutenancy, and for a time his exploit put a complete stop to the cutting-out expeditions along that part of the coast. The Naval War of 1812 Or the History of the United States Navy during the Last War with Great Britain to Which Is Appended an Account of the Battle of New Orleans
I propose to introduce, on some of them, the different ornaments showing the respective ranks of the army, from a major-generalship to a second lieutenancy. Scientific American, Volume 22, No. 1, January 1, 1870 A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures.
It will shock men in future days that great peers or rich commoners should have bargained for ribbons and lieutenancies and titles. The Life of Cicero Volume One
He would tell with simple frankness how, after distinguishing himself at Antietam, he chose to remain a private rather than take the lieutenancy that was placed within his reach. Tales from Bohemia
Shortly after Dettingen Wolfe was appointed adjutant and promoted to a lieutenancy. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf
It is grand satisfaction that you should have won your lieutenancy, and that you should be on the general's staff; as to your being a colonel, although only a Portuguese one, it is simply astounding. With Moore at Corunna
You have the lieutenancy in your own regiment. Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 1
When I was entrusted with the lieutenancy of the kingdom, there were some of these wild clans came down from the Grampians. The Fair Maid of Perth Or, St. Valentine's Day
President Polk appointed Carson to a second lieutenancy,48 and his first official duty was conducting fifty soldiers under his command through the country of the Comanches, who were then at war with the whites. The old Santa Fe trail The Story of a Great Highway
This Frontinus is the author of the work on "Stratagems," and, at the time of his appointment to the lieutenancy of Britain, he was curator aquarum at Rome. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus
Blyth's lieutenancy was on the books, and the way they carry things on now, and shoot poor fellows' heads off, he might have been a post-captain in a twelvemonth. Springhaven : a Tale of the Great War
This, strange as it may sound, was so far true, as I held a commission in an African corps, with my lieutenancy in the 5th. Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 1
You hastily judged that I should be offended with your lordship for exercising your powers of lieutenancy, and punishing the detestable murderers within my territory of Falkland. The Fair Maid of Perth Or, St. Valentine's Day
"Comfort yourself, then; for two candidates for a lieutenancy do travel hence with the king—young nobles both—and if you but wait where you are you will hear them questioned." A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 5.
He had gone to the Plattsburg encampment the summer before and had kept up with the correspondence-school work in map problems, and finally he had obtained a second lieutenancy in the Seventh Regiment. We Can't Have Everything
And there was Carolus Spiltdorph, advanced to a lieutenancy like myself, and by great good fortune in my company. A Soldier of Virginia
Through gallant service Frank and Jack had won their lieutenancies. The Boy Allies at Jutland
Jack was urged by the major of the regiment, who had gone with the five hundred, to cast his fortunes with the new body, promising a speedy lieutenancy. The Iron Game A Tale of the War
"A man not eligible for a lieutenancy in the army unless he can prove four generations of noble descent?" A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 5.
Accordingly his Majesty gave the direction and control to the before-mentioned Count, who then honored me with the lieutenancy. Voyages of Samuel De Champlain — Volume 03
If Faye gets his first lieutenancy in the spring, it is possible that we may have to go to another post, which will mean another move. Army Letters from an Officer's Wife, 1871-1888
What! shall I esteem as proconsuls, as governors, those who for that end only deem themselves invested with lieutenancies or great senatorial appointments, that they may gorge themselves with the provincial luxuries and wealth? The Caesars
He was already gaining a reputation for extreme daring, combined with unusual coolness and vigilance; and before the campaign of '62 opened he had been promoted to a first lieutenancy. His Sombre Rivals
Frank did not deem it necessary to tell the other that he held a lieutenancy in the British royal navy. The Boy Allies with Uncle Sam's Cruisers
He gained a corporal's stripes in Algeria, rose to the rank of sergeant at Sebastopol, and was promoted to a lieutenancy after Solferino. A Zola Dictionary; the Characters of the Rougon-Macquart Novels of Emile Zola;
I had been promised my lieutenancy at the first vacancy before I was at Mansfeld, and on my return found that the vacancy had already occurred, and I was appointed. The Lion of the North A tale of the times of Gustavus Adolphus
Two years before he had been promoted to a first lieutenancy of the Landwehr. The Malady of the Century
Her husband bought a lieutenancy of foot, and is gone to Portugal. The Journal to Stella
The king, charmed by his handsome and martial figure, by his cultivated intellect and wonderful memory, had made him cornet in his cavalry guard, and a few weeks later he was promoted to a lieutenancy. Berlin and Sans-Souci; or Frederick the Great and his friends
Fitzhugh and Custis had been made generals, and Robert had been promoted to a lieutenancy and assigned to his elder brother's staff. On the Trail of Grant and Lee
Should this prove true, a surgeon's commission for the doctor, and a lieutenancy for myself, were certainly counted upon in our sanguine expectations. Omoo
Old friends, who were getting up a company "to help Governor `Claib' Jackson repel the invader," offered him a lieutenancy if he would join. The Boys' Life of Mark Twain
Think you that, when a week ago I saved you from starvation to clothe and feed you and give you a lieutenancy in my guards, I should endure so foul an abuse as this? The Suitors of Yvonne: being a portion of the memoirs of the Sieur Gaston de Luynes
Thereupon he had interested himself in the lad's behalf and had gained him a lieutenancy in his own company. The Tavern Knight
His letter brings nothing but good news; he is the favourite of his colonel, who promises to procure him the very next lieutenancy that becomes vacant!' The Vicar of Wakefield
I owe her my lieutenancy and my laced coat. The History of Henry Esmond, Esq. A Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne
The Duke of Somerset, whose regiment had been taken from him some months before, was now turned out of the lord lieutenancy of the East Riding of Yorkshire. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2
It may be added, though the duke was deprived of the lord lieutenancy, the countess's pious wish regarding him was never fulfilled. Royalty Restored
This great political character, who showed extraordinary ability under these pressing circumstances, led up to the question of the lieutenancy of the kingdom in the midst of the deepest silence. Catherine De Medici
A boyish lieutenant lately out of the Point, and just come in to a lieutenancy in the militia, was in command. Wyoming, a Story of the Outdoor West
To cap the climax of their happiness, the afternoon mail brought a letter from Mr. Frost, in which he imparted the intelligence that he had been promoted to a second lieutenancy. Frank's Campaign, or, Farm and Camp
Some mentioned the Earl of Abingdon, who resided near them, and had recently been turned out of the lieutenancy of the county for refusing to join with the King against the established religion. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2
I will go straight to the louvre; I will give in my resignation as captain of the king's Musketeers to take a lieutenancy in the cardinal's Guards, and if he refuses me, MORBLEU! The Three Musketeers
The long-expected promotion to a first lieutenancy came at about this time. Vanished Arizona
He was instantly deprived of his lieutenancy and of his regiment. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2
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