CAPTAIN SCOTT AND HIS MEN.
Sir,-The anti-military enthusiast at times rejoices in speaking of the overbearing attitudo of tho British officer towards his men, Can we have a more perfect example of the highest feelings of mutual regard , than that ,shown by Captain Qcott and his par|;y, where the absolute loyalty to one another and care for the sick brought about the delay thai was a potent factor :in the final catastrophe;? Again, what finer examples of thi3 spirit could wo have than the willing (-elf-sacrifice of Captain ; (Dates, and that of Commander Evans, when be ordered his men to ■ leave him to die, followed by their magnificent reply that for. tho first time they would disobey orders? It is just tin's spirit permeating all ranks in both army and navy that has so much helped to make them what thov are. : , E'.R.G.S.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume L, Issue 15233, 21 February 1913, Page 4
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