"Retold" Quotes from Famous Books
 ... time; and then, business over, there followed an hour of unrestrained jollity. Many an old story was retold, and ancient conundrum repeated. Old officers forgot for the moment their customary dignity, and it was evident that all were exhilarated and stimulated by the knowledge of the coming struggle. Capt. Heywood of the marines proposed a final 'walk-around;' Tyson solemnly requested ...
— The Naval History of the United States - Volume 2 (of 2) • Willis J. Abbot |
