| 单词 | reconnoitering |
| 例句 | He was in an unhurried, reconnoitering mood, with time to go to a rocky edge and take a glimpse of the near-vertical scree down which he would shortly have to throw himself. Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z Although he did all that he was told, he did not hesitate to make suggestions as well, particularly when it came to reconnoitering and looking for signs of danger. Watership Down: A Novel 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z She was a one-woman sleeper cell on Sunday, reconnoitering the supply shack, preparing it for infiltration and then, finally, stealing the guns that later went unappreciated by her cohorts. 'The Walking Dead' Recap: Don't Mess with Carol 2015-03-08T05:00:00Z Yes, the United States is involved in two wars, but that did not deter the style mob from reconnoitering at Doursoux. Fashion Diary: The Anonymous, the Rediscovered and the Camouflaged 2010-03-09T00:27:00Z She later goes to Pizza Portal, to do a little reconnoitering for Boyd. 'Justified' Recap: Ava Sticks to Boyd, and Her Own Dark Side 2015-02-03T05:00:00Z Also near Odesa, Ukraine shot down a Russian unmanned aerial drone as it was reconnoitering military sites, the local authorities said. Russia Fires Missile Barrage at Ukrainian Cities and Military Targets 2022-04-16T04:00:00Z “It is a fact that the Japanese navy has been reconnoitering the Pacific Coast more or less continually and for a considerable period of time, testing and feeling out the American defenses.” Column: The talk of raising a statue to Earl Warren would force a reckoning with his racist record 2021-10-29T04:00:00Z Forty years ago, robots were already regularly reconnoitering the inner solar system, but the outlands of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and beyond were largely undiscovered country. "The Farthest" Brings NASA's Voyager Missions Back to Earth 2017-08-25T04:00:00Z But he said there was evidence of Russian “reconnoitering, intrusion on certain voter rolls” in unnamed American states. James Comey refuses to tell Senate if FBI is investigating Trump-Russia links 2017-01-10T05:00:00Z Five of the six spacecraft now reconnoitering Mars loop around the planet in a polar or near-polar orbit, which limits them to viewing any point on Mars just twice each martian day. Small gulf nation to probe mysteries of martian atmosphere in 2020 2017-01-04T05:00:00Z In the first incident, a group of Israeli officers reconnoitering and studying the Israeli side of the border were injured. Israel Still Looking for a Victory in Gaza 2014-08-01T04:00:00Z We spend the rest of the day reconnoitering the sand bores by plunging in and sizing up a reef quickly, then moving on if necessary, collecting rubble, and picking sponges. Scientist at Work Blog: A Healthier Reef, Holding a Mystery 2012-07-19T14:57:01Z The troops slept on their arms, and Brown and his officers passed the hours in silently and cautiously reconnoitering the shores of the lake. The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:39.100Z He had proceeded but two miles, when he came in sight of a group of British officers on horseback, evidently reconnoitering. The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:38.213Z After a careful reconnoitering of the path, they ventured into it with many misgivings, but could see no sign of the head hunters. Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator 2012-03-27T02:00:19.467Z They went from street to street reconnoitering for houses or shops that had not yet been visited. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z The guard of the royalists was neglected, and he found no trouble in reconnoitering the encampment. Noble Deeds of American Women With Biographical Sketches of Some of the More Prominent 2012-03-10T03:00:13.687Z He said it was about noon, and he would go back to dinner and send out a reconnoitering party. Four Years A Scout and Spy 2012-02-23T03:00:37.640Z “Oh, for reconnoitering you mean; all right old fellow, I will bring it, tell him.” Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z While he was reconnoitering from that lofty position, he heard the following conversation between two calves in the cow-house:— First Calf. Folk-Tales of Bengal 2012-01-05T03:00:45.240Z The battle of Fleurus, in 1794, was won by the French over the Austrians principally through the aid of balloon reconnoitering; and similar service was occasionally performed by the balloon in our own war. Lecture on Artificial Flight Given by request at the Academy of Natural Sciences 2011-11-24T03:00:42.240Z "They all started on a reconnoitering trip at five this morning," was the reply. The Boy Volunteers with the French Airman 2011-11-07T02:00:17.100Z After reconnoitering a little, we discovered a rebel battery of eight guns, that kept up a harassing fire upon our lines. Four Years A Scout and Spy 2012-02-23T03:00:37.640Z The third day after my arrival I went out with a reconnoitering expedition, under command of General M. It was entirely composed of cavalry. Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z In reconnoitering the chief outworks of the Mexicans by which he was still opposed, General Scott found that there were several of great importance. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z On February 28 a strong reconnoitering party of infantry, artillery, and cavalry, moved forward, and without opposition occupied Charlestown. A Narrative of Service with the Third Wisconsin Infantry 2011-10-15T02:00:29.757Z The boys were relieved to see the great circle on the control planes of the machine in the distance, which showed them it was a French reconnoitering airplane. The Boy Volunteers with the French Airman 2011-11-07T02:00:17.100Z Greene, Wayne, and Cadwallader, with a Party of light horse, were ordered on a reconnoitering Party towards the forts. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. I. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England; to which is added a Sketch of Paine by William Cobbett 2011-10-12T02:00:38.787Z In this manner we had traveled about half an hour, when we suddenly encountered a reconnoitering party of the Federals, cavalry in advance, and infantry in the rear. Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z The companies remained at Martinsburg six weeks and then returned to camp, as the threatened attack proved to be an alarm, the rebels reconnoitering and then retiring. Campaign of the Fourteenth Regiment New Jersey Volunteers 2011-09-29T02:00:13.017Z At daylight a reconnoitering party was sent out toward the city. A Narrative of Service with the Third Wisconsin Infantry 2011-10-15T02:00:29.757Z A reconnoitering journey was proposed, as, during the night, faint whistles of locomotives could be heard coming from the east. The Boy Volunteers with the French Airman 2011-11-07T02:00:17.100Z The Maid submitted briefly and spiritedly the plan of attack that she had matured and modified after the several reconnoitering tours which she had made during the last three days. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z Soon after the balloon began slowly to descend, and when we next saw him it was with spyglass in hand, reconnoitering the rebel works. Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z We tried it, barely getting past a couple of badly washed-out parts of the dirt road before we encountered a neighbor couple who had been out reconnoitering. Witness: Trapped on a mountain "island" by Irene 2011-08-31T00:21:51Z Fray Marcos had sent him on ahead for a few days of reconnoitering and then to wait. Colorado?The Bright Romance of American History 2011-08-25T02:00:28.183Z "That is our machine, and we have been reconnoitering." The Boy Volunteers with the French Airman 2011-11-07T02:00:17.100Z The Doctor, too, had at first suggested, and with perfect correctness, that to try a difficult side of a mountain before reconnoitering the other was bad mountaineering, to say the least. Hunting in Many Lands The Book of the Boone and Crockett Club 2011-08-20T02:00:11.973Z Four months after this, Aug. 22, 1777, while on a reconnoitering trip, Dr. Cornelius was surprised and taken prisoner by the British, at East Chester. Journal of Dr. Elias Cornelius, a Revolutionary Surgeon 2011-08-12T02:00:23.570Z They had little doubt that he was a scout reconnoitering in advance of a force of their foes. The War Trail 2011-07-30T02:00:15.833Z After reconnoitering the premises, and finding no one present, but all appearances of the hasty flight of the occupants, the dragoons dismounted, tethered their horses and detailed a guard. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Here, one of my Youghioghany friends, who had not yet got over his penchant for grizzly bears, returned from reconnoitering the bushes, with the cry of this prairie monster with a cub. Scenes and Andventures in the Semi-Alpine Region of the Ozark Mountains of Missouri and Arkansas 2011-07-10T02:00:18.883Z I managed the machine, and he did the reconnoitering. Lest We Forget World War Stories 2011-07-07T02:00:28.183Z The plan of reconnoitering the coast with laden Manila galleons was now given up for one of exploring in light vessels sent out from the ports of Mexico. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z The trembling Indians hardly dared to come in sight of him, and all the reconnoitering had to be done by Myers. The History of Peru 2011-06-27T02:01:04.487Z Here we stayed a couple of days, while our reconnoitering details went forward and familiarized themselves with the position. Average Americans 2011-06-02T02:00:20.387Z The success of the expedition depended on the right decision, so Captain Lewis concluded to encamp until reconnoitering columns could examine the two forks. Explorers and Travellers 2011-05-11T02:00:17.627Z He had ordered the thorough reconnoitering of the river bank opposite the north end of Missionary Ridge—where Sherman afterward crossed with a view of a flank attack there. Chattanooga and Chickamauga Reprint of Gen. H. V. Boynton's letters to the Cincinnati Commercial Gazette, August, 1888. 2011-05-10T02:00:58.760Z It remained in sight some time, and it was evident that the cautious scout was carefully reconnoitering the plain. White Otter 2011-05-07T02:00:32.243Z On reaching Accomac, my boy, I found the Conic Section of the Mackerel Brigade reconnoitering in force after a pullet they had seen the night before. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1 2011-04-21T02:00:47.647Z Shortly before the surrender, while reconnoitering in the Black River swamp, he was shot by one of the enemy from a concealed position. The History of Company A, Second Illinois Cavalry 2011-03-28T02:00:23.133Z “I would suggest that Tano make a reconnoitering visit before Mercedes goes, as a leader of a forlorn hope,” said Rosario. The Squatter and the Don 2011-03-27T02:00:13.400Z When the reconnoitering party reappeared, Singleton was with them, porters at his beck, in his hand Miss Greta's ticket, passport, and German and Dutch money to the value of twenty pounds. The Messenger 2011-03-26T02:00:14.523Z As a precaution, therefore, White Otter and Feather Dog proceeded some distance ahead of their companions, reconnoitering from the ridges and keeping a sharp watch for enemies. White Otter 2011-05-07T02:00:32.243Z The captain of the battery, on reconnoitering his position, found that the farmhouse and its buildings occupied nearly the center of a mound about three hundred paces in diameter. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z The remainder of the day was spent by us in reconnoitering. The History of Company A, Second Illinois Cavalry 2011-03-28T02:00:23.133Z Having taken some repose, and being desirous of reconnoitering the narrow field in which they were, they traversed it at once from north to south. Voltaire's Romances, Complete in One Volume 2011-03-20T02:00:21.247Z They are frequently designated by special names connected with their principal mission or their composition; as, reconnoitering patrols, combat patrols, visiting patrols, officer's patrols. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z First of all, he felt quite sure that the rider was a scout reconnoitering in advance of a war party. White Otter 2011-05-07T02:00:32.243Z A dark figure had come across the lawn in the rear of the house, walked up to the door without reconnoitering, and disappeared within. The Carleton Case 2011-01-24T03:00:17.240Z He spent the hours from dawn, when the rain ceased, in careful reconnoitering. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z A short time after we left her on the banks of the Black Lake, the Gulyash and Peti returned from their reconnoitering expedition. The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z The sound of the overturned chair brought Effie May on a reconnoitering expedition to the upper landing of the stairs, which commanded an unsuspected view of the library. Why Joan? 2011-01-02T03:00:20.290Z When the lone scout reconnoitering in advance of the war party collided with the Sioux he believed that he had found the enemy, and raced back to warn his companions. White Otter 2011-05-07T02:00:32.243Z The nine men, including five who British news reports said were of Bangladeshi origin, were accused of offenses that included reconnoitering targets, conspiring to cause explosions and testing incendiary material. British Police Charge 9 on Terror Offenses 2010-12-27T15:38:12Z The nine men, five of whom were said in British news reports to be of Bangladeshi origin, were accused of offenses including reconnoitering targets, conspiracy to cause explosions and testing incendiary material. British Police Charge 9 on Terror Offenses 2010-12-27T15:38:12Z The men, five of whom were said in British news reports to be of Bangladeshi origin, were accused of offenses including reconnoitering targets, conspiracy to cause explosions and testing incendiary material. British Police Charge 9 on Terror Offenses 2010-12-27T09:23:13Z Vigilant sentinels were watching every point in the wood, and, at last, they discovered several Indians reconnoitering them. The Frontier Angel A Romance of Kentucky Rangers' Life 2010-12-20T17:12:29.603Z Several times next day during the still-hunt old Bazil would leave the doctor to await his return, while he would go forward reconnoitering carefully so there might be no mistake. Canadian Wilds Tells About the Hudson's Bay Company, Northern Indians and Their Modes of Hunting, Trapping, Etc. "At the Rhine-Marne Canal, as the result of a reconnoitering thrust, North American soldiers were brought in as prisoners." The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. We have many officers out reconnoitering the country and the enemy. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams It was the Southern slope of the spur, and after a little reconnoitering he discovered that it was the selfsame spur on which fire-fighting headquarters had been established. Unexplored! Jenkins, as it afterward turned out, was in the wood reconnoitering the fort when the shot was fired which had well-nigh been so fatal to him. The Frontier Angel A Romance of Kentucky Rangers' Life 2010-12-20T17:12:29.603Z Instead of that, that insignificant fellow, Marquard, whom I met below, has his equipage, and graciously nods as he drives by, after reconnoitering me from top to toe through his gold spectacles. The Children of the World The American army advanced in order of battle, and when in the immediate neighbourhood of the enemy, the reconnoitering parties brought in intelligence of the dispositions Proctor had made. Alida or, Miscellaneous Sketches of Incidents During the Late American War. Founded on Fact The cave lord decided to spend that time in reconnoitering. The Return of Tharn We now began to find the difference between quarters and camp, for the General thought it necessary to send out frequent reconnoitering parties and pickets, in order to guard against surprise. Scenes and Adventures in Affghanistan A Negro may have attempted to steal out, or some strange Negro may be trying to steal in, or some prowling white, or free black, has been reconnoitering. To Cuba and Back It was about the middle of the afternoon and we had been so busy reconnoitering that we probably had not discovered it at first. The Frontier Boys in the Grand Canyon A Search for Treasure At nine o'clock the next morning General Slocum, at the head of a strong reconnoitering column, rode into Atlanta, and the mayor made a formal surrender of the place. The Greater Republic A History of the United States On reconnoitering the works from this point, the Americans appeared to be much more strongly posted than he had imagined, and he immediately sent over to General Gage for more forces. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Often you will have to dismount for the purpose of clearing trail, helping the pack train, tightening ropes, or reconnoitering. Camp and Trail He did not decline the offer of the Justice, perhaps the pedantic little man might serve as a reconnoitering party, to find out where, and in what condition, the enemy was. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine After three hours of skirmishing, deliberation, and reconnoitering, General Sullivan determined to divide his force, turn the enemy's left, and attack simultaneously in front and flank. The Journal of Lieut. John L. Hardenbergh of the Second New York Continental Regiment from May 1 to October 3, 1779, in General Sullivan's Campaign Against the Western Indians With an Introduction, Copious Historical Notes, and Maps of the Battle-field of Newtown and Groveland Ambuscade A reconnoitering party in attempting to reach that point was turned back by the open water. The Greater Republic A History of the United States "I am the lieutenant reconnoitering in the service of his Excellency, Michael Apafi," declaimed the former student, with pathetic distress. The Golden Age in Transylvania Ascertaining that a French reconnoitering detachment was near his camp, and believing their intentions hostile, he determined to anticipate them. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia Kate, reconnoitering at daybreak, brought back word that he was raging around the house with three other drunken men. Neighbors Life Stories of the Other Half On the foremost fluorescent screens Lee saw it start: Small groups of warriors reconnoitering into no-man's-land and quickly darting back again.... The Brain "Not much," was the response; "I'm going to do some reconnoitering while I've got the chance." The Boy Scouts for Uncle Sam Chahda was instructed to go there at once and start reconnoitering while they waited for the party from the States. The Caves of Fear I had been reconnoitering the ground, and the rebel column charged us sharply and without warning. The Battle of Allatoona, October 5th, 1864 That nearly put a stop to my reconnoitering. Adventures and Reminiscences of a Volunteer A Drummer Boy from Maine On reconnoitering the respective groups it became evident that we could not reach the cows without first breaking through the herd of bulls, and this we prepared to do at once. The Indian Captive A narrative of the adventures and sufferings of Matthew Brayton in his thirty-four years of captivity among the Indians of north-western America On May 14th the "Cavadonga" was sent out on a reconnoitering expedition up the river. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. We were neither so quiet nor secret in our movements as not to attract attention from the town, and shortly we could discern boats stealing along the shadows of the bluff, evidently reconnoitering. Los Gringos Or, An Inside View of Mexico and California, with Wanderings in Peru, Chili, and Polynesia Chahda was an expert at reconnoitering, and he had had plenty of experience himself. The Pirates of Shan Could it be that one of the thieves was reconnoitering the Hollow? The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp The taxi jerked to a stop at the corner opposite the hotel, and Swanson, after reconnoitering carefully, led the way across the street and into the caf�. Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant On April 7th a reconnoitering expedition went out to investigate the enemy's position to the east of Quingua in the vicinity of Bag Bag. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. Upon reconnoitering the country about the bridge, it was found that the information as to its not being fortified was entirely false. The Fourth Massachusetts Cavalry in the Closing Scenes of the War for the Maintenance of the Union, from Richmond to Appomatox After a long interval of listening and reconnoitering I became convinced that this place of special observance was to-day as neglected as are many churches in Christian lands on week days. The Portal of Dreams It was now about sundown, and reconnoitering in different directions, we finally found the road again, and laying down in some weeds, waited for darkness. In and Out of Rebel Prisons Small reconnoitering parties were sent out daily, but with the exception of a few slight skirmishes, and occasionally a little firing between the picket guards, nothing of importance occurred for a number of days. Our Battery The Journal of Company B, 1st O.V.A. This position had been accurately located several days previously by a reconnoitering party. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. Sir, I have the honor to report that I have been across the creek reconnoitering the enemy's lines. Si Klegg, Book 4 (of 6) Experiences Of Si And Shorty On The Great Tullahoma Campaign Harden's reconnoitering parties, and that they said they were sent to take Mr. George's property away and to bring with them old Ham and Aunt Martha. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles After reconnoitering, they were discovered to be dismounted cavalry, in heavy forces. Lee's Last Campaign Lieutenants Bradley and Jacobs did a piece of reconnoitering on this day for which they deserve great credit. 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. A reconnoitering party of cavalry encountered a large body of insurgents and the fire was so withering that Major Bell was forced to retire. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. That night we fortified our picket line, and General Walker reconnoitering his position was wounded and captured. The Southern Soldier Boy A Thousand Shots for the Confederacy After reconnoitering the position well, the Colonel determined to send his cavalry and one regiment around some distance, so as to cross the stream and strike the enemy's left flank. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles Rising and reconnoitering the ground, he was gratified to learn that the light was better screened than he had reason to expect, considering the carelessness with which he had kindled it. Through Apache Lands On one occasion, being out reconnoitering with his company, he got so far in advance of his command, that he was surrounded, and on the point of being made prisoner by the enemy. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War After reconnoitering for a short time, he determined on his plan of operations. History of Morgan's Cavalry While he was up there reconnoitering, we lay down on the ground, and waited, and talked. From the Rapidan to Richmond and the Spottsylvania Campaign A Sketch in Personal Narration of the Scenes a Soldier Saw Silent now ordered rest and reconnoitering for the next day. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles A dozen Indians, horseback, had ridden forward, reconnoitering. Boys' Book of Frontier Fighters Sounding my bugle from various points along the line, almost immediately a reconnoitering force of the enemy appeared at the bridge, and being fired upon returned. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War We could therefore hope to effect little; and after carefully reconnoitering, without finding a convenient opening, we recontented to move slowly in their front, forcing them to keep up their troublesome precautions. History of Morgan's Cavalry He was reconnoitering in front of the line. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital After carefully reconnoitering the position, I ventured to present myself at the tent. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House After reconnoitering the streets and gathering in a few wearers of the gray the regiment was apportioned to various duties. Bugle Blasts Read before the Ohio Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States Cook, of the Ninth Regiment, who had been captured about a month previous while reconnoitering the enemy's line. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War Morgan and Lieutenant Corbett, while reconnoitering near Lexington and seeking highly important information, were captured. History of Morgan's Cavalry He was reconnoitering for Jackson, who followed in his track. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital But he was sure that the intruder was still there, reconnoitering the camp. With Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga “A reconnoitering force that must have gotten around Lodz in some way,” Colonel Bluekoff told his officers. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians The two recognized immediately an antagonism of interests, and spent this first evening of their acquaintance in reconnoitering each other's position with Adelle. Clark's Field The reconnoitering party drove in the pickets, took the outside rifle pits, and forced the enemy to their breastworks and forts. History of Morgan's Cavalry Following the attack of the unidentified rocketcraft, El Hassan's party was twice again nearly flushed by reconnoitering planes of unknown origin. Border, Breed Nor Birth Robbie Baker was with his father when, while reconnoitering outside St. Johns, the Green Mountain sharpshooter was killed by an Indian ally of the British. With Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga This band of Cossacks, reconnoitering well ahead of the main advance guard, was probably 1,000 strong; the Austrians opposing them much less. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians At the present day the operations of such a reconnoitering party are very much aided by the use of spy-glasses, which are made now with great care expressly for military purposes. Alexander the Great Makers of History Thomas Johns went out and began reconnoitering among the Yankee shop-keepers. The Humors of Falconbridge A Collection of Humorous and Every Day Scenes McKay, with a cool smile, explained his abrupt action, meanwhile reconnoitering the dimness for any further sign of the vanished assailant. The Pathless Trail My old mobilization orders commanded me to report to a reconnoitering squadron in the first line, as commander. An Aviator's Field Book Being the field reports of Oswald Bölcke, from August 1, 1914 to October 28, 1916 The reconnoitering cavalry of the advancing forces gave way to groups of infantry, scattered in loose formation, feeling their way toward the German trenches. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians When the evening came on, Alexander followed the reconnoitering party with the main body of the army. Alexander the Great Makers of History Then came a cautious reconnoitering beyond the door. The Law-Breakers It was Manley, the young hunter of the Bennett outfit, who had been away for two days on one of his reconnoitering expeditions. When the West Was Young The man-eater being directly over the diver, was not in the best position to use his fearful jaws with effect, but he was evidently reconnoitering with a view to hostilities. Adrift on the Pacific A Boys [sic] Story of the Sea and its Perils The reconnoitering force to which the lads were attached dashed down upon the little mountain town, the sun gleaming on their lances and revolver barrels. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians Stanley gave the orders by which the bodies were conveyed to the train and with the scouts and cavalrymen reconnoitering the surrounding country, Casement’s men lay on their arms in the shade of the cut. The Mountain Divide I must pass now rapidly over a period of nearly a month, devoted, for the most part, to reconnoitering and retreating, to the eve of the battle of Winchester. Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman With Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade in the Civil War On the remainder of the front rifle firing and reconnoitering operations occurred. The Story of the Great War, Volume VI (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Some Russian reconnoitering parties clashed with Turkish advance guards near Mama Khatun, and a small force of Kurds was repulsed west of Bitlis. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War A War Office report of that day tells of forty-three reconnoitering flights and twenty others for the purpose of attacking enemy positions or ascertaining the direction of gunfire. The Story of the Great War, Volume IV (of 8) Champagne, Artois, Grodno; Fall of Nish; Caucasus; Mesopotamia; Development of Air Strategy; United States and the War It was imperative that the Austrian reconnoitering troops should be stopped and the only force available for this purpose was nine hundred Cossacks stationed at Gorodok to screen the main army. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources From the 16th to the 25th of August, it was marching and countermarching, picketing, reconnoitering and skirmishing, continually. Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman With Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade in the Civil War Advances and reconnoitering operations often led to local engagements. The Story of the Great War, Volume VI (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources To a certain extent the fighting which occurred was little more than of a reconnoitering nature. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War Machines hovered over the lines every day, reconnoitering and dropping bombs on positions, stores, transports, moving troops, trenches, and munition depots. The Story of the Great War, Volume IV (of 8) Champagne, Artois, Grodno; Fall of Nish; Caucasus; Mesopotamia; Development of Air Strategy; United States and the War Careful reconnoitering of the enemy's positions was made, and an advanced base was established. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources In the afternoon, with a strong party of horse and foot, he set out upon a reconnoitering excursion. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots To make sure of finding the rendezvous, she had taken a reconnoitering journey along the Sceaux road the night before.... A Nest of Spies All along the line aircraft were busily engaged in reconnoitering and in dropping bombs on railway stations. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War She could hear the yelping of some coyotes that were cautiously reconnoitering from a neighboring bluff. The Biography of a Prairie Girl In the morning of February 2, 1915, an Indian reconnoitering force met the Turks about four miles east of the Ismailia Ferry. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources A humming bee hummed, a cow-bell tinkled, while some suspicious cracklings told of a secretly reconnoitering squirrel. Jennie Gerhardt A Novel I was again sniped at with shrapnel this morning on my machine while reconnoitering the roads—they all missed, but they're not nice. “Crumps”, The Plain Story of a Canadian Who Went Sentries and patrols move in boats, reconnoitering parties travel in boats, fire on the enemy from boats, and escape in boats from the attentions of the German heavy guns. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War On the other hand, there is positive evidence that Jumonville was conducting a reconnoitering party, to ascertain the position and strength of the English. From Farm House to the White House The life of George Washington, his boyhood, youth, manhood, public and private life and services A reconnoitering party reported that the Austrians were intrenched in a large villa beyond a stream outside the town. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources There must be the due amount of verbal skirmishing, reconnoitering, and out-flanking before the main purpose is revealed. The Homesteaders A Novel of the Canadian West There were tall shrubs in the yard and he waited behind one of these, apparently reconnoitering. The Black Buccaneer Eighteen months of aerial battles have shown that for all-round fighting, bombing and reconnoitering the biplane is far more effective, and the construction of new monoplanes has been practically abandoned by the allied governments. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War I made my way back to the village, carefully reconnoitering all the trenches on the way, for I had a premonition that we might want to use them some time soon. "The Red Watch" With the First Canadian Division in Flanders In February, 1915, toward the close of the month, in the Red Sea, the French armored cruiser Desaix landed a reconnoitering party near Akaba, and found the Turks occupying a neighboring village. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources We cautiously retired, and reconnoitering all parts of the mansion, found that she was the only inhabitant except ourselves. Alonzo and Melissa The Unfeeling Father "Mascola didn't learn much on his reconnoitering expedition, except that we had a better boat than his." El Diablo It was one of the most splendid pieces of reconnoitering work accomplished by a British aviation officer. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War Empty she knew it was, for she had been full ten minutes reconnoitering to discover the fact. Ainslee's, Vol. 15, No. 6, July 1905 On this day, March 3, 1915, a body of British cavalry reconnoitering toward Nakaila, about twenty-five miles northwest of Basra, was attacked while on their way back to camp by some 1,500 mounted Turks. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources The dusk had fallen and General Kearney was reconnoitering after placing his division. How the Flag Became Old Glory One of the benefits of reconnoitering is to get an idea of just what you're going into. El Diablo There is reason to believe, however, that these planes are used in naval reconnoitering, and their great size permits of the carrying of large supplies of fuel, giving them a great cruising radius. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War The guide to this celebrated reconnoitering party was a certain Greek physician named Democedes. Darius the Great Makers of History The reconnoitering parties.The detachments meet.A battle ensues. Hannibal Makers of History In large over-seas operations it is recommended that a special cavalry division or brigade be formed for reconnoitering purposes. Operations Upon the Sea A Study But the murmur of the hoplites compelled him to some sort of action, and while he was reconnoitering, he was attacked by Brasidas. Ancient States and Empires And there also can be no doubt that for this purpose of reconnoitering over immense areas the Zeppelin airship stands to-day unchallenged by any other single means at the disposal of the army leaders. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War Before commencing active operations in this grand undertaking, he sent a reconnoitering party to examine and explore the ground. Darius the Great Makers of History Adney himself went down near the fort, just at dusk, and contrived to give the inmates a glimpse of his figure in his army blue—as if he were a spy, reconnoitering the place. When Life Was Young At the Old Farm in Maine Having proceeded about two miles, the troops halted for the purpose of detaching a reconnoitering party, to ascertain the situation of the enemy. Heroes and Hunters of the West Comprising Sketches and Adventures of Boone, Kenton, Brady, Logan, Whetzel, Fleehart, Hughes, Johnson, &c. Do you think you can cover that slope, so they can’t get up there while I’m reconnoitering? 'Firebrand' Trevison We had a couple killed, and Sergeant Tickle of the Machine Gun Section, whilst reconnoitering, ran into a German strong point. Over the top with the 25th Chronicle of events at Vimy Ridge and Courcellette This reconnoitering party met with a variety of extraordinary adventures in the course of its progress, and the history of it will accordingly form the subject of this chapter. Darius the Great Makers of History The first thing which met her reconnoitering gaze was a small boat some distance out on the lake. The Associate Hermits The boy was glad of this, for it afforded him protection from the men he felt sure were reconnoitering the house for no good purpose. The Ocean Wireless Boys And The Naval Code The main body of the patrol usually remains halted near the crossroads, while flankers do the reconnoitering. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Then I caught a whiff of burning wood and in ten minutes I was reconnoitering a tiny glade. A Virginia Scout On this day, after dinner, I started out alone, on this little reconnoitering expedition. The Story of a Common Soldier of Army Life in the Civil War, 1861-1865 With the first light of morning Ree went reconnoitering hoping to find the trail of the young Indian’s mysterious assailant. Far Past the Frontier He was on the other side of the cottage, and, like Jack a few minutes before, he too heard the cautious footsteps of the marauders, as they crept round the cottage, reconnoitering. The Ocean Wireless Boys And The Naval Code The men not forming part of the Cossack posts will be used as reconnoitering patrols. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition But now, of course, all that Headquarters permitted of flights was the most furtive of reconnoitering. Next Door, Next World They were reconnoitering, carrying Nicolas Gomez in a hammock because he could not, on account of his foot, climb paths so rugged. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 27 of 55 1636-37 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century The spot where they were grazing was far enough removed to screen them from the sight of Deerfoot, when he was reconnoitering the camp. Camp-fire and Wigwam While these operations were going on, William dispatched small squadrons of horse as reconnoitering parties, to explore the country around, to see if there were any indications that Harold was near. William the Conqueror Makers of History Many of the principles of scouting are, in reality, nothing but the fundamentals of patrolling, and the main function of scouting, reconnoitering, is also the function of a certain class of patrols. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition The crew's ashore, and the captain's going to do a little reconnoitering before we leave the schooner. Isle o' Dreams Never had there been a more complete ambush sprung upon a reconnoitering party, and for a moment both girls were speechless. A Dixie School Girl The Indian stopped, and after some reconnoitering, concluded he could gain a better view from the other side the camp. Camp-fire and Wigwam This detachment concealed themselves in an ambuscade, at a place where the reconnoitering party must pass, and when the proper moment arrived, they burst out suddenly upon them and summoned them to surrender. William the Conqueror Makers of History The same method is adopted in reconnoitering a railroad cut or sunken road. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition On the 10th, at 4 a.m., two armed boats' crews were sent ashore on a reconnoitering expedition, but returned at 1 p.m. without accomplishing anything. Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy These demonstrative movements of the enemy, with his busy reconnoitering, foreboded an attack in force. The Battle of New Orleans including the Previous Engagements between the Americans and the British, the Indians and the Spanish which led to the Final Conflict on the 8th of January, 1815 Movement of the fleet.The ten reconnoitering galleys. Xerxes Makers of History The camp which he was reconnoitering with such care might be that of another party, even though they were Assiniboines. Deerfoot in The Mountains In reconnoitering an enclosure, such as a garden, park or cemetery, the leading patrolers first examine the exterior, to make sure that the enemy is not concealed behind one of the faces of the enclosure. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition The fleet remained reconnoitering at the mouth of the river till 6 p.m., when it returned to its old anchorage. Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy Disconcerted by this unlucky circumstance, the general withdrew his reconnoitering party; reaching his men, he distributed the drummers about the wood to represent a large force, and ordered them to beat the grenadier's march. Historical Tales, Vol. 2 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Once more the line was halted; once more Petreius gallopped to the van; and passed from left to right across the front, reconnoitering the dispositions of the enemy. The Roman Traitor, Vol. 2 On the 21st, a reconnoitering expedition was sent out to ascertain the strength and whereabouts of the enemy, and after advancing one mile and a half found him in force, strongly intrenched, and then returned. History of the Eighty-sixth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, during its term of service Great care is taken in reconnoitering and entering an enclosure to avoid being caught in a confined or restricted space by the enemy. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition They knew nothing of the presence of the Filipinos or of my little reconnoitering party. Bamboo Tales Several times during the night they fired upon the rebel reconnoitering parties, who became very bold in their advances. Kinston, Whitehall and Goldsboro (North Carolina) expedition, December, 1862 As late as April 27th, a reconnoitering party sent out by McClernand discovered that Monterey, twelve miles from the landing, was held in some force. From Fort Henry to Corinth At night he went to inquire for him, but learned that he had been sent with a reconnoitering party to the Molina-del-Rey. Capitola's Peril A Sequel to 'The Hidden Hand' Patrols are named according to their objects, reconnoitering, visiting, connecting, exploring, flanking patrols, etc. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition At Sedan the divisional cavalry were employed during the battle, charging by single squadrons, patrolling and reconnoitering to obtain information of the enemy and the ground. Scientific American Supplement, No. 664, September 22,1888 Successive reconnoitering showed no changes in the annihilated center, but on the tenth day after the explosion a most startling observation of the peripheral region was made. Greener Than You Think The trains were sent to the rear, and the troops placed in line ready for action, but the enemy appeared to be reconnoitering, and fell back to Fisher's Hill. History of the 159th Regiment, N.Y.S.V. Monday night he was sent with the reconnoitering party to Casa-de-Mata. Capitola's Peril A Sequel to 'The Hidden Hand' To guard against surprise and furnish information by reconnoitering to the front and flanks. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Louis Blanc made no reply, and the friends walked on up the Boulevard, reconnoitering every spot. Edmond Dantès "Avast there! keep under the shelter of this rock," said a man's deep voice, in a subdued tone, "it won't do to run right into the mouths of these blackguards without a little reconnoitering." Yr Ynys Unyg The Lonely Island I will be on my guard, but I shall see him, 'T shall be by way of reconnoitering. The Buddha A Drama in Five Acts and Four Interludes Then a momentary glimpse of a reconnoitering eye behind one of the transparent urns engraved in the ground glass pane. Fair Harbor In reconnoitering a height, if the patrol is large enough to admit of detaching them, one or two men climb the slope on either flank, keeping in sight of the patrol, if possible. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Certain detachments were formed for reconnoitering and foraging—the nature of the tasks depending on the season of the year and the needs of the garrison. Old Fort Snelling 1819-1858 It required reconnoitering before he discovered his mistake. The Hunters of the Ozark Too wise to begin before reconnoitering, Piang led his men to the banks of the stream below to Big Bend. The Adventures of Piang the Moro Jungle Boy A Book for Young and Old Upon his arrival the general lost no time in reconnoitering the position of the enemy. For Name and Fame Or Through Afghan Passes The same generally applies to the reconnoitering and combat patrols, though frequently they are sent out for the entire day, afternoon or night, and no 2d and 3d relief is required. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition After this they so far abandoned the attempt that only one would be occasionally seen walking round, as if by reconnoitering the fortress again, his genius would suggest a successful termination to the enterprise. Anecdotes of the Habits and Instinct of Animals This, however, was useless to us, as our way was east or north-east, and in this direction all Inyati's reconnoitering failed to discover anything but bare dunes, as far as the eye could reach. A Rip Van Winkle Of The Kalahari Seven Tales of South-West Africa The troops remained in this position until several of the principal officers with myself had returned from reconnoitering the works. The Medallic History of the United States of America 1776-1876 Here she met an officer, apparently reconnoitering, who told her she must turn back, as the enemy was near; and hardly were the words spoken, when their skirmishers suddenly appeared. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience Give the method of reconnoitering the buildings at the waterworks and coal mine. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Here we remained for a few minutes, cautiously reconnoitering. Edison's Conquest of Mars The going was bad; and with night close at hand it would have been the utmost folly to have started on a reconnoitering trip. Chums in Dixie or The Strange Cruise of a Motorboat At first, his reconnoitering was unsuccessful; but one day he discovered an animal four or five times as large as a deer, feeding in an open field near the woods. Black Bruin The Biography of a Bear They made a reconnoitering excursion into the empty corridors to make sure that all was quiet. Just Patty The majority of such patrols are sent out to secure information of the enemy—reconnoitering patrols—and they avoid fighting and hostile patrols, endeavoring to get in touch with the enemy's main force. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition For observing from some point in plain view of the command or for visiting or reconnoitering between outguards two men are sufficient. Infantry Drill Regulations, United States Army, 1911 Corrected to April 15, 1917 (Changes Nos. 1 to 19) Before evening this forest appeared in view, and a halt was called for the purpose of reconnoitering the position, and to ascertain if it could not be avoided. The Wonder Island Boys: The Tribesmen Then the hand was moved forward and upward, just a little, like a wolf reconnoitering over a crest. Pluck on the Long Trail Boy Scouts in the Rockies Kondwana halted his men on the north-western side of the saddle, and then went forward with another man for the purpose of reconnoitering. Kafir Stories Seven Short Stories Difficulty of reconnaissance depends on extent of enemy's screen; strength of reconnoitering parties. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition At times it may be necessary for an advance-guard commander to send out large reconnoitering parties which temporarily assume the character and duties of a flank guard. Infantry Drill Regulations, United States Army, 1911 Corrected to April 15, 1917 (Changes Nos. 1 to 19) Move in the direction of Columbia, on a reconnoitering expedition. The Citizen-Soldier or, Memoirs of a Volunteer This is the way the fire came—not roaring and leaping, but sneaking along the ground and among the bushes, with little advance squads like dragon's claws or like the scouts of an army, reconnoitering. Pluck on the Long Trail Boy Scouts in the Rockies Constance continued to sit on her rock while Tony went forward on a reconnoitering expedition. Jerry Junior American scouts are seen reconnoitering the Back Country. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom After carefully reconnoitering the situation without, Ted softly opened the door, and led the boys into the shadow of the house, and they crept away through the tall grass. Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur Beyond some skirmishes with outposts and reconnoitering parties, our troops had not been engaged, and in these affairs our reported loss was comparatively small. The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government The afternoon was spent in reconnoitering the gun positions allotted to us, which were the alternative positions of the units already in line. Three years in France with the Guns: Being Episodes in the life of a Field Battery He turned and skirted the villa wall, determined on reconnoitering first. Jerry Junior There were no regular pickets or patrols on the further bank, and only scattered reconnoitering parties of cavalry were to be evaded. Border and Bastille This may be obtained from a number of sources--adjoining troops, inhabitants, newspapers, letters, telegraph files, prisoners, deserters, spies, maps, but mostly from information-gathering groups, called reconnoitering patrols. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training The scouts reconnoitering in the early dawn were able to report the situation and give the commanders time to move their forces before the Belgians and French were aware of what was being done. Kelly Miller's History of the World War for Human Rights Even Varta could not follow the subtile waves sent forth in the quick examination and reconnoitering, nor could she understand all of the conversation which resulted. The Gifts of Asti They met a reconnoitering party of Indian troops of all arms, and a desultory engagement ensued to which a violent sandstorm put a sudden end about three o'clock in the afternoon. History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War "It may or may not be important, but it will be fresh, inasmuch as he will have been all day reconnoitering the enemy on a very fast horse." The Bastonnais Tale of the American Invasion of Canada in 1775-76 If there is no advance cavalry, some cavalry should be attached to the support for reconnoitering duty. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training There were a few scattered Uhlans reconnoitering near by, but they were not in sufficient numbers to dare to attack. A Journal From Our Legation in Belgium While you lay yonder without life or motion, I undertook a reconnoitering journey into the conformation of this other gallery. A Journey to the Centre of the Earth Shortly thereafter a German reconnoitering group, which was parrying the destroyer attack, received an attack from the northeast. History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War After a few words of hearty greeting, he informed his master that his reconnoitering of the rebels was over, and that they would speak for themselves the next day. The Bastonnais Tale of the American Invasion of Canada in 1775-76 The advance party supplements the work of the advance cavalry, reconnoitering to the front and flanks to guard the support against surprise by effective rifle fire. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training Charlie took possession of the town, and spent the next two days in reconnoitering the forts. With Clive in India Or, The Beginnings of an Empire Johnston had so baffled the scouts and reconnoitering parties of Grant that his presence was not suspected. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis Should the reconnoitering party, however, report unfavorably, the attack is put off until, after weeks, months, or years of patient, but close, vigilance and inquiry, a favorable opportunity presents itself. The Manóbos of Mindanáo Memoirs of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume XXIII, First Memoir An advance party having been thrown forward for the purpose of reconnoitering and exploration, the main body proceeded in four divisions, of which our corps of riflemen held the van. The Bastonnais Tale of the American Invasion of Canada in 1775-76 With the advance cavalry in front but little reconnoitering by infantry is necessary, and the advance party is relatively small--one eighth to one third of the support. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training "The Catholic Evidence Guild" and "Social Guild," like the light cavalry are reconnoitering the lines and positions. Catholic Problems in Western Canada If you want to try going in before reconnoitering, that’s your funeral. Warlord of Kor Dawson helped the woman up the opposite wall, and she sat reconnoitering on the top. The Second Class Passenger Fifteen Stories Governor Clinton in the meantime ordered 400 soldiers to Fort Montgomery, and his reconnoitering party, met by the Hessians, fell back upon the fort, fighting as it retreated. The Hudson Three Centuries of History, Romance and Invention There are many kinds of patrols, but it is with reconnoitering or information seeking patrols that this chapter deals. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training After a march of two miles some mounted British officers were discovered on a reconnoitering expedition, their forces being a short distance off and hidden from view. General Scott Griffiths, who had gone forward with the reconnoitering parties, had not been seen since. The Fifth Leicestershire A Record Of The 1/5th Battalion The Leicestershire Regiment, T.F., During The War, 1914-1919. The small nephew went on a reconnoitering expedition to the end of the passage, and reported that the jump-off there was higher than himself but he could get down. Cave Regions of the Ozarks and Black Hills The governor was evidently reconnoitering carefully the party outside. The Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters The name, "reconnoitering," meaning to survey, to view, indicates that its first duty is to get information, and information is always greatly increased in value if the enemy does not know it has been obtained. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training At one time in the campaign mentioned, when Scott was on a reconnoitering expedition, his party came upon Harvey, and a gun in the hands of a soldier near Scott was leveled on him. General Scott Various reconnoitering parties went up beforehand, and at dusk we moved off by platoons through Béthune and Essars. The Fifth Leicestershire A Record Of The 1/5th Battalion The Leicestershire Regiment, T.F., During The War, 1914-1919. He played his part to perfection—reconnoitering as stealthily as when he was stalking big game, until he perceived his quarry at the far end among the lavender, giving orders to a gardener. The Man and the Moment Sarmiento then conducted a reconnoitering expedition inland, but met with hostility from the natives. The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea Being The Narrative of Portuguese and Spanish Discoveries in the Australasian Regions, between the Years 1492-1606, with Descriptions of their Old Charts. For this you would have to send out groups of reconnoitering patrols exceptionally skilled in woodcraft, or trained to gather information. The Plattsburg Manual A Handbook for Military Training For a night of reconnoitering and action it possessed all the advantages and disadvantages of a clear day. Oonomoo the Huron After carefully reconnoitering their surroundings, therefore, the Professor and Long approached the Xingu at a point a third of a mile below the Murhapa village. The Land of Mystery From General Lawton's report it would appear that the work of reconnoitering around El Caney was done chiefly by General Chaffee. The Colored Regulars in the United States Army He there writes: 'Our last two reconnoiterings: Toulon has eight sail of the line apparently ready for sea … a seventy-four repairing. Fighting Instructions, 1530-1816 Publications Of The Navy Records Society Vol. XXIX. Brissac had crept to a window and was reconnoitering the deserted camp street and the commissary through a peephole in the drawn shade. Empire Builders Upon approaching the Indians, the reconnoitering party discovered them busily engaged driving in their animals to saddle and pack, and making such other preparations necessary to the effecting of a hurried decampment. The Life and Adventures of Kit Carson, the Nestor of the Rocky Mountains, from Facts Narrated by Himself He caught her own eyes reconnoitering, and they each looked hastily away. The Palace of Darkened Windows He then glided off with his small, sallow face, stuck between his little shrugged shoulders, fingering his beads, and praying audibly with great apparent fervor, whilst his little keen eye was reconnoitering for another pigeon. The Station; The Party Fight And Funeral; The Lough Derg Pilgrim Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three This act of reconnoitering, however, was performed by the ear, and not at all by the eye; the darkness of the night rendered that impossible. Willy Reilly The Works of William Carleton, Volume One My company is reconnoitering and is camped a mile down the road. The Southern Cross A Play in Four Acts A reconnoitering party, consisting of fifteen dragoons, commanded by Lieutenant Hammond, was sent on in advance to note the position and force of the enemy. The Life and Adventures of Kit Carson, the Nestor of the Rocky Mountains, from Facts Narrated by Himself In the second day of their reconnoitering above Stony Point they came suddenly upon a British outpost. In the Days of Poor Richard Taking my pistols, I went round to the horses, and had not waited many moments before I saw two figures, evidently reconnoitering and planning the abduction of our horses, who seemed much alarmed. Inez A Tale of the Alamo A reconnoitering force of Federal cavalry had ridden too close to the rifle pits of the Confederates, and, as Morrison himself expressed it, "the hornets came out and began to sting." The Littlest Rebel But while the shallop was reconnoitering the shore, the galleon began to drift from its moorings toward the shoals and the rocky coast, whither the force of the wind was bearing it. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 13 of 55 1604-1605 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of The Catholic Missions, As Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century Garfield had with him Brown, the scout and ex-canal-boatman, who had returned from reconnoitering Marshall's camp, with a bullet through his hat. From Canal Boy to President Or the Boyhood and Manhood of James A. Garfield The English sent out a reconnoitering party, who brought back the cheering news, the Scots would be but 'half a dinner' to them. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 C. The first duty of reconnoitering patrols is to obtain the information for which they are sent out. Military Instructors Manual Word came back that the enemy had crossed the river in force too heavy to be successfully encountered by our reconnoitering division. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 17, No. 102, June, 1876 On the third day, as the work of reconnoitering was proceeding, a large ambuscade of Indians attacked us in the open near a palm-grove. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 09 of 55 1593-1597 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century Shortly after, we left this place, not thinking it safe to stay there longer, and proceeded to Cumberland River, reconnoitering that part of the country until March, 1771, and giving names to the different waters. Life of Daniel Boone, the Great Western Hunter and Pioneer Since the declaration of war the enemy's horse have been suffered to come among us, terrorizing the villages, reconnoitering the country, cutting the telegraph wires. The Downfall It also sends out the necessary reconnoitering patrols. Military Instructors Manual The governor was diligent in reconnoitering the said island, which he found to be very rich in many gold mines, which the natives improve and work, especially in the province called Ylucos. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1803 — Volume 03 of 55 1569-1576 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century The same dark canoe that Harriet Burrell had seen shoot out into the lake before her the night she was reconnoitering near the camp of the Tramp Club was now hovering about the houseboat. The Meadow-Brook Girls Afloat From 'History of the United States' But, in the meantime, Wolfe applied himself intently to reconnoitering the north shore above Quebec. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 4 In the night General Hampton, after thoroughly reconnoitering the position, surrounded the camp of Kilpatrick, and at daybreak, on the 10th, fell like a hurricane upon the sleeping enemy. History of Kershaw's Brigade Sometimes the human eye can just discern him, like a minute speck, moving in slow curvatures along the face of the heavens, as if reconnoitering the earth at that immense distance. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 494, June 18, 1831 Several flocks of geese and ducks yet flew round above, and gradually drew nearer to the earth, but still fearful of danger and cautiously reconnoitering the premises. Wild Western Scenes A Narrative of Adventures in the Western Wilderness, Wherein the Exploits of Daniel Boone, the Great American Pioneer are Particularly Described The 5th and 6th Cavalry Divisions were reconnoitering the country in front. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 10 Prince Otto Von Bismarck, Count Helmuth Von Moltke, Ferdinand Lassalle While he was reconnoitering the ground, previous to making the attack, he was informed that three companies of Bryan's Tory regiment, returning from a foraging expedition, were encamped at a farmhouse near the post. Sketches of Western North Carolina, Historical and Biographical He walked along some little distance, the sentinel behind him with leveled rifle, before he came to the tent of the officer in charge of what he now saw was a reconnoitering force. The Boy Allies on the Firing Line Or, Twelve Days Battle Along the Marne A select battalion, under Major Price, moved as a reconnoitering force in front. The First White Man of the West Life and Exploits of Col. Dan'l. Boone, the First Settler of Kentucky; Interspersed with Incidents in the Early Annals of the Country. Let him stay here till doomsday if"— She was interrupted by a loud scream from Ellen; and the mate, who had been "reconnoitering" under the bed, exclaimed: "Here you are! Frank on a Gun-Boat Nevertheless, they were greatly dissatisfied at having come so far, and done so little; they formed small parties for reconnoitering on each side of the road, and were open-mouthed for any thing that might offer. Lander's Travels The Travels of Richard Lander into the Interior of Africa This is a troop of Belgian light cavalry," came the reply, "a reconnoitering force. The Boy Allies at Liege But that peak was as good as any for reconnoitering the surrounding country, was higher than any other within several miles, in fact. Starr, of the Desert Skirmishing around and around, he seemed to be reconnoitering his subject, finding no salient point for attack. California Sketches, Second Series While we are reconnoitering, something like a huge dog runs past and dives under the bed. Recollections of a Long Life An Autobiography This victory is ascribed to the information obtained in consequence of reconnoitering the army of the enemy by the elevation of a balloon. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 582, December 22, 1832 I have sent out strong reconnoitering parties to the east of the river, and if the information proves reliable will take such further measures as I deem best for its security. The American Indian as Participant in the Civil War During that reconnoitering she inventoried impressions of the room and its contents.—Cool, first—blue walls, blue carpet, blue upholstering of sofa and of chairs. Deadham Hard While reconnoitering in Westmoreland County, Virginia, one of General Washington's officers chanced upon a fine team of horses driven before a plow by a burly slave. Toaster's Handbook Jokes, Stories, and Quotations I walked into Annandale about midnight, found this medieval marvel through the kindness of the station-master and was reconnoitering with my usual caution when I saw a gentleman romantically entering through an open window.” The House of a Thousand Candles "Not I," he laughed; "I distanced you by the highroad two hours, and have been reconnoitering, until I saw you hesitate at the cross-roads." Frontier Stories Half an hour after the beginning of the attack, the war invaded the sky, with the coming of the German reconnoitering aeroplanes. A Volunteer Poilu After reconnoitering the cacique's position, he gave his men a much-needed rest till after midnight, and then dashed among them with his accustomed recklessness. The History of Puerto Rico From the Spanish Discovery to the American Occupation A reconnoitering party were sent on shore disguised as pepper dealers, but they returned without being able to ascertain the situations of the forts. The Pirates Own Book Kangaroos, likewise, were observed on every side springing along the turf; and a few great alligators passed up the stream, after reconnoitering our boat at the risk of a shot or two. Discoveries in Australia, Volume 2 Discoveries in Australia; with an Account of the Coasts and Rivers Explored and Surveyed During the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, in The Years 1837-38-39-40-41-42-43. By Command of the Lords Commissioners Of the Admiralty. Also a Narrative of Captain Owen Stanley's Visits To the Islands in the Arafura Sea Therefore Iriel went forward: standing on the pyramid of the Dagda, he began measuring and reconnoitering the army. Ireland, Historic and Picturesque It is my belief that General Lyon was killed while reconnoitering the enemy's line and directing the advance of a regiment of infantry. Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field Southern Adventure in Time of War. Life with the Union Armies, and Residence on a Louisiana Plantation Hence you hear of practised travellers, when they first come into a place, mounting some high hill or church tower, by way of reconnoitering its neighbourhood. English Prose A Series of Related Essays for the Discussion and Practice While reconnoitering the works, a 24-pounder killed his horse under him, and he fell to the ground, while almost immediately afterward another ball struck his favorite, the young Margrave of Baden, by his side. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 03 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes On Sunday, January 12, 1873, a strong reconnoitering force was sent out under Colonel Perry of the regulars and Captain O. C. Applegate of the volunteers. Reminiscences of a Pioneer The Germans worked on fairly similar lines, and as a result it can easily be imagined that any patrol or reconnoitering work between the lines was apt to be exceedingly unhealthy. Action Front It looked as if they were reconnoitering the house from a distance and debating the best manner of procedure. Cowmen and Rustlers A Story of the Wyoming Cattle Ranges Knight, Esq. describing the precaution taken by a swarm of bees, in reconnoitering the situation where they intend to establish their new colony, or swarm from the parent hive. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 12, No. 331, September 13, 1828 I sent Carter and some men up there ahead of us to do some reconnoitering. The Apartment Next Door Then, after a short pause, he added: "These hills afford us every opportunity of reconnoitering your works, messieurs, and I am possibly as well acquainted with their weak condition as you can be yourselves." The Last of the Mohicans; A narrative of 1757 "During the night, only patrol and reconnoitering engagements of small consequence are reported." Action Front As he stood in the shadow of a great tree, reconnoitering, he saw a man, ragged and disheveled, emerge from the jungle almost at his elbow. Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar The aeroplane has been used by the Italians in Tripoli for scouting and reconnoitering and is said to have justified expectations. Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship After a little reconnoitering, Mrs. Tellamantez declared that it was time for lunch, and Ray took his hatchet and began to cut greasewood, which burns fiercely in its green state. The Song of the Lark If we could have a fight or something that would excuse and make a climax for all this marching and reconnoitering and discomfort the story would have a suitable finale and a raison d'etre. Adventures and Letters of Richard Harding Davis Across the Missaguash, some distance from its mouth, there was a bridge called Pont-â-Buot, and thither, after a day or two of reconnoitering, Colonel Moncton led his forces from Fort Lawrence. The Raid from Beausejour; and How the Carter Boys Lifted the Mortgage By night he would go alone to the treasure vault, reconnoitering, for he had determined that caution should mark his every move upon this expedition. Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar As we resumed our journey, we perceived, in the rear, a small party of Hussars, who did not follow us, but wheeled suddenly to the left, bent, no doubt, on some reconnoitering expedition. My Days of Adventure The Fall of France, 1870-71 Calendar craned his thick neck round the shoulder of stone, reconnoitering the landing and stairway. The Black Bag They reached the flagged path with noiseless feet, and then pausing, they began what an intelligent spectator would have soon seen to be a careful reconnoitering of the whole northern side of the house. Delia Blanchflower The body that made this capture was a reconnoitering force commanded by Col. Ridgeway An Historical Romance of the Fenian Invasion of Canada When the great Duke of Marlborough, accompanied by Lord Cadogan, was one day reconnoitering the army in Flanders, a heavy rain came on, and they both called for their cloaks. Life of Johnson, Volume 1 1709-1765 Brown spent the night alone reconnoitering the settlement of the Pottawattomie, marking the place of his game and making sure that no alarm could be given. The Man in Gray The 6th I detached an advanced corps under Gen. Wayne with a view of reconnoitering the enemy's situation. Memoirs, Correspondence and Manuscripts of General Lafayette As my little reconnoitering party were all in fine spirits I supported them. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched For after a very short stay at Brussels the nephew had boldly and suddenly pushed over to England, and had spent a fortnight in Barbier's lodgings reconnoitering his uncle. The History of David Grieve It was one of the resorts of citizens on their Sunday walks, who would ascend to the top of the tower and amuse themselves with reconnoitering the city through a telescope. Oliver Goldsmith A Biography The first he had to use in reconnoitering. The Man in Gray Yesterday morning, in reconnoitering about, I have been told that they were very busy in crossing the Delaware. Memoirs, Correspondence and Manuscripts of General Lafayette Major Thayer applied to the Commodore to remove these vessels, and he ordered six galleys on the service, but, after reconnoitering their situation, the galleys returned without attempting anything. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched "He's reconnoitering!" whispered my companion with a hoarse chuckle. The Mystery of Cloomber He smokes under all conditions, except when unconscious or when he is reconnoitering in No Man's Land at night. Over the Top Every day he was in the saddle, reconnoitering, visiting the heads of the tribes, making peace, distributing justice. The Native Born or, the Rajah's People As my little reconnoitering party was all in fine spirits, I supported them. Memoirs, Correspondence and Manuscripts of General Lafayette This movement was in progress as Lee advanced for the purpose of reconnoitering. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched He turned and swept the dark shore, there between the ruins of the wharves, with a keen reconnoitering glance. Darkness and Dawn Of course, in our orders we were told not to be captured by German patrols or reconnoitering parties. Over the Top He had no genius for the tactics of intrigue; your reconnoiterings, and marchings, and countermarchings, sappings, and minings, assaults, sometimes surrenders, and sometimes repulses. Coningsby His being the first volunteers at the fore, he claimed the right of the reconnoitering force sent out in May, against Alexandria, to break up railroads held by the rebels. The Lincoln Story Book A Judicious Collection of the Best Stories and Anecdotes of the Great President, Many Appearing Here for the First Time in Book Form After reconnoitering the country Colonel Campbell advanced on the great road leading to Savannah, and about 3 in the afternoon appeared in sight of the American army. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched Captain Carleton, a staff officer, disengaged himself from the throng of fugitives and rode off to inform the earl, who was reconnoitering the approaching Spaniards, of what had taken place. The Bravest of the Brave — or, with Peterborough in Spain After tea, Lieutenant Stores of our section came into the dugout and informed me that I was "for" a reconnoitering patrol and would carry six Mills bombs. Over the Top The man was sent, and two weeks more were spent in reconnoitering. A Woman's Life-Work — Labors and Experiences Consequently the greater is the necessity for scouting, for reconnoitering the terrain by skirmishers. Battle Studies So I ordered the camp to be pitched, after reconnoitering the locale of the water; and we all proceeded to work, with a detachment of soldiers and quarrymen. The Land of Midian — Volume 2 The reconnoitering party started after them in one, two and three order, according to the speed of their horses, while the Indians made straight for the small grove. Autobiography of Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak, or Black Hawk Major Banks, the civil commissioner named by Sir Henry Lawrence to succeed him, was shot dead while reconnoitering from the top of an outhouse. In Times of Peril Arrived in sight he studied the surroundings carefully, harbored his wheel where it would not be discovered and was yet easily available, and after reconnoitering stole out of covert. The City of Fire None of the passes between the camp and fort were occupied; they believed there were few men abroad reconnoitering. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 Another apparition was a spear-man bestriding a bare-backed colt; after reconnoitering us for some time, he yielded to the temptations of curiosity. The Land of Midian — Volume 2 Thence he went to the island of Mindanao which he explored, reconnoitering its river and chief settlements. History of the Philippine Islands Two ships of the Massilians, sent forward from that place reconnoitering, brought word back that the Carthaginian fleet was stationed in the mouth of the river, and that the camp was pitched upon the bank. The History of Rome, Books 09 to 26 Had they returned after reconnoitering the place, they would have accomplished the object of their mission, and avoided a heavy calamity. Thrilling Adventures by Land and Sea He requested his company should be employed as a reconnoitering party, to beat up the Indians in their lurking-places and ambuscades. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 The frigate Philadelphia, while reconnoitering the harbor, struck on a rock and was captured by the Tripolitans, who made her officers prisoners of war and her crew slaves. Sustained honor The Age of Liberty Established The attack opened with strong reconnoitering parties advancing, wherein was noted an unusually large proportion of officers. America's War for Humanity Our object is to prevent the German machines from rising at all, to keep them down, while our airmen are reconnoitering along the fighting line. Towards the Goal Presently, on reconnoitering the surrounding country, I discovered a second herd, consisting of five bull elephants, which were quietly feeding about a mile to the northward. Thrilling Adventures by Land and Sea On reconnoitering the works from this point, the Americans appeared to be much more strongly posted than he had imagined. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 Behind the low eminence Frank could distinctly see a head cautiously moving about, seemingly reconnoitering the two ships. The Boy Aviators' Polar Dash or Facing Death in the Antarctic The daring Uhlans had approached close to the Antwerp fortifications on a reconnoitering expedition. America's War for Humanity This reduced the forces in East Tennessee to a very small number, but a bold front was preserved and active reconnoitering kept up. Military Reminiscences of the Civil War, Volume 2 November 1863-June 1865 He encouraged the dispirited sailors, rebuked their impatience, and after reconnoitering the ground issued orders for immediate destruction of the Kirkway, and then returned to Delft. By Pike and Dyke: a Tale of the Rise of the Dutch Republic Not willing to trust entirely to the vigilance of others, he twice went down during the night to the water's edge; reconnoitering every thing scrupulously, and noting every sight and sound. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 The snapped branch told them that the enemy's outposts were reconnoitering to see that the camp was actually, as it seemed to be, wrapped in sleep. The Boy Aviators in Africa During the war the officer engaged in reconnoitering in one of his armored cars. America's War for Humanity Cautiously reconnoitering in all directions and seeing the field clear she fled swiftly toward the mill and meeting her husband, both rode to a neighboring block-house where they found refuge and aid. Woman on the American Frontier A Valuable and Authentic History of the Heroism, Adventures, Privations, Captivities, Trials, and Noble Lives and Deaths of the "Pioneer Mothers of the Republic" In fact, the region round Pehtang consisted of nothing but mud, while the one road, an elevated causeway, was blocked by the fortified camp just mentioned as having been discovered by the reconnoitering party. China "Two of my scouts are abroad," he said, "reconnoitering; they should be here by this time." Annette, the Metis Spy The scout didn't waste much time in reconnoitering. The Boy Aviators in Africa Learning that the French had anticipated them, Washington hastened forward with a reconnoitering party. A Brief History of the United States Nelson was reconnoitering behind the enemy's lines and testing the strength of his position. Flowing Gold Three days after the capture of Pehtang, reconnoitering parties were sent out to ascertain what the Chinese were doing, and whether they had made any preparations to oppose an advance toward Taku or Tientsin. China They had not ridden far before they espied a mounted party, evidently reconnoitering. Annette, the Metis Spy He felt as he had felt reconnoitering in the Bringy Wood. Three Soldiers Carefully reconnoitering the precipitous bluff above the city, his sharp eyes at length discovered a narrow path winding among the rocks to the top, and he determined to lead his army up this ascent. A Brief History of the United States On second thought, however, he concluded that he would do a little reconnoitering on his own account. Army Boys on German Soil Our Doughboys Quelling the Mobs Four miles from Pehtang they came in sight of a strongly intrenched camp, where several thousand men opened fire upon the reconnoitering parties with their gingalls, and several men were wounded. China They had already received some reconnoitering calls, and a few from people who wanted to be neighborly. What Can She Do? But he was given a gun, and had to start advancing again with the reconnoitering squad. Three Soldiers All they that reconnoitering before the army ran Now lifted up their weapons, and to make good cheer began. The Lay of the Cid While I was reconnoitering over the various camps of the revolutionists, in one of them I was sure I saw a man in an American Army uniform. Army Boys on German Soil Our Doughboys Quelling the Mobs Edwin, who, with Grimsby, had volunteered the dangerous service of reconnoitering the enemy, returned within an hour, bringing in a straggler from the English camp. The Scottish Chiefs This would be a means of reconnoitering and it would make the whites think the Indians were engaged in peaceful pursuits. The Perils of Pauline He ran off suddenly, breathlessly, to join the rest of the reconnoitering squad. Three Soldiers Reaching a point several hundred yards from the houses, they continued moving about on their horses, as though reconnoitering from that distance. In the Pecos Country / Lieutenant R. H. Jayne An automobile came slowly up Water Street and paused half a block away, evidently reconnoitering the situation. The Valley of the Giants Even a hasty reconnoitering showed that to stop our motor at even a reasonable distance from it was in itself to arouse suspicion. The War Terror During the three days that were spent in reconnoitering the country Hector Campbell learnt more than he would have done in as many years under ordinary circumstances. Won By the Sword : a tale of the Thirty Years' War When I was reconnoitering around Vera Cruz, their dogs frequently told me by barking when I was approaching them too nearly. Heroes Every Child Should Know One of these oasis, as they may be termed, was directly in the rear of Fred, who noticed it while reconnoitering his position. In the Pecos Country / Lieutenant R. H. Jayne On the same day, another division under Biron, mustering ten thousand sabres and bayonets, saw a few Austrian skirmishers reconnoitering their position. The Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World: from Marathon to Waterloo It is probable that, in selecting the site, Balzac had in his thought the facility the place would afford for reconnoitering when any one came to his doors. Balzac I will go with you, master; when it comes to reconnoitering, methinks that I am as good as another. Won By the Sword : a tale of the Thirty Years' War Now before the actual ascent of the crater, with its many serious difficulties, was attempted, there was one way which offered an opportunity of reconnoitering the interior, with out clambering up the precipices. The Master of the World When they branched out upon their reconnoitering expedition, Waukko was engaged in the same business. In the Pecos Country / Lieutenant R. H. Jayne At night he went to inquire for him, but learned that he had been sent with a reconnoitering party to the Molino-del-Rey. Capitola the Madcap So they rode on through the open forest, till they began to see one or two horsemen through the treestems, reconnoitering. Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn At two o'colck in the morning of the 24th the allied French and Italian army resumed its march, Napoleon's orders for the day being based upon the reports of his reconnoitering parties and spies. A History of the Nations and Empires Involved and a Study of the Events Culminating in the Great Conflict They pretended that the Chinese village was a fort of enemies, and the boys were a band of soldiers reconnoitering in the dark. Out of the Triangle: a story of the Far East A delicious haze was in the air, and some early mosquitoes were reconnoitering the screens which protected the windows and doors. The Titan "Monday night he was sent with the reconnoitering party to Casa-de-Mata." Capitola the Madcap The despairing sound of Miss Princess's cry, and the throbbing realization that these were calamities she must not overhear, stung Missy to renewed reconnoitering. Missy The French reconnoitering parties found no way open to attack the English unless under grievous disadvantages. St. George for England I reached my lodgings in safety, as I thought, but happening to glance into the street, there I saw the man again, standing opposite, and reconnoitering the house. East Lynne Indeed, it would not have been easy to devise any means more favourable to reconnoitering round an Indian camp, than those afforded by the actual state of things. The Deerslayer "Let me go with you on your reconnoitering expedition," she pleaded. The Patrol of the Sun Dance Trail The army was approaching a hill, when suddenly a whirlwind of dust rolled over the summit, and immediately a reconnoitering patrol came dashing into view, waving their sabers aloft.... The Puppet Crown The next week they spent in getting supplies ashore, improving the roads, and reconnoitering. The Path of Empire; a chronicle of the United States as a world power On the evening of that day General French, with a strong reconnoitering party, including the Natal Carabineers, the 5th Lancers, and the 21st battery, had defined the enemy's position. The Great Boer War On the tenth McClellan began a reconnoitering pursuit of Johnston from Washington. Captains of the Civil War; a chronicle of the blue and the gray He was pleasantly considering the probability of being promoted in a few days for his last reconnoitering expedition, and was awaiting Denisov, who had gone out somewhere and with whom he wanted a talk. War and Peace The reconnoitering party return to report a bootless search, and are electrified to find the victory already gained. Gala-days Those reconnoitering planes must have dropped scouts on our rear, and they are sending in reports. One of Ours But the mulatto's heart was with it, and he was driven back to it next day, when, on reconnoitering through the window, he found policeman Walters in possession. The Adventure of Wisteria Lodge But, after reconnoitering the ground, Longstreet came back to say the chance was "not inviting." Captains of the Civil War; a chronicle of the blue and the gray We met with one heavy loss which grieves me deeply: Colonel Washington accompanied Fitzhugh on a reconnoitering expedition, and I fear they were carried away by their zeal and approached the enemy's pickets. Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee Hilliard, reconnoitering, crept round to the port side of the ship. The Pit Prop Syndicate When we had finished reconnoitering we returned to the room we first entered, which apparently was the kitchen. The Darrow Enigma Cautiously reconnoitering the ground it soon became evident that we would be forced more definitely to locate the herd. The Land of Footprints Most of the few cavalry McClellan commanded were as yet a mere collection of men and horses, quite unfit for reconnoitering and testing an enemy's force. Captains of the Civil War; a chronicle of the blue and the gray To-day he is out reconnoitering and has the full benefit of this rain. Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee Three or four of the men, who were reconnoitering the country in advance of the main body, were visited one night in their camp, by fifteen or twenty Shoshonies. The Adventures of Captain Bonneville, U. S. A., in the Rocky Mountains and the Far West After reconnoitering the camp for some time, they ascertained it to belong to a band of Cheyenne Indians, the same that had sent a deputation to the Arickaras. Astoria, or, anecdotes of an enterprise beyond the Rocky Mountains The matter was to ascertain, by reconnoitering, how the enemy guarded this bastion. The Three Musketeers Meanwhile Stuart, who had been reconnoitering, came upon a company of Federal infantry resting in a field. Captains of the Civil War; a chronicle of the blue and the gray They had already reached the coast of Denmark, when, reconnoitering, they learned that seven ships had come up at no great distance. The Danish History, Books I-IX On further reconnoitering, the voyagers counted twenty-one lodges; and from the number of horses, computed that there must be nearly a hundred Indians encamped there. The Adventures of Captain Bonneville, U. S. A., in the Rocky Mountains and the Far West A reconnoitering staff officer reported the roads as being in their proper places; but he guessed the bottom had fallen out. Captains of the Civil War; a chronicle of the blue and the gray |
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