Note 1 — Chapter III · Agra.

Early next morning, on the great maidan of the fortress, our young soldier took over the command of his detachment from the chief mansabdar1 of the Rajputs. The officer above him exacted a strict observance of discipline; but to that Kulluka’s pupil was well accustomed, and he himself saw the necessity for it. This mansabdar, too,—who presented him with the white feather and other symbols of his rank,—in spite of the severity of his disposition, was a man of cultivation and courteous, friendly manners. Siddha was equally pleased with the appearance of his men, clad in the same splendid array as their leaders. They were splendid riders, with soldier-like bearing, and countenances sparkling with life and courage.