He was finally attached to Lord Methuen's staff and became president of the Military Court.

Lord Methuen died in August 1994, aged 68, and was succeeded by his younger brother, Robert.

He served mainly with Lord Methuen and was promoted to Captain early in 1900.

Lord Methuen survived her by three years and died in September 1849, aged 70.

It always came back to Lord Methuen's own complaint about the absence of cavalry and of horse artillery.

Under these circumstances Lord Methuen had no choice but to give his men a well-earned rest, and to await reinforcements.

Lord Methuen had been brought across from Boshof, and was available with six thousand men.

On the 19th Lord Methuen manoeuvred the Boers out of a strong position, with little loss to either side.

Lord Methuen's little force returned to Klerksdorp, having deserved right well of their country.

On Lord Methuen himself no blame can rest for this unsuccessful action.