The Campaigns and History of the Royal Irish Regiment, [v. 1,] from 1684 to 1902Note 247 — Chapter XI · THE SECOND BATTALION. 1882-1883. THE WAR IN EGYPT.Reading editionIt was forbidden to strike matches, so watches could not be consulted.◇Copy noteReturn to CHAPTER XI. THE SECOND BATTALION. 1882-1883. THE WAR IN EGYPT.