the flaming wings of lightning the vision seen by Henry after he is struck over the head.
a gauntleted hand a gauntlet is a long glove with a flaring cuff covering the lower part of the arm.
cavalry mounted troops.
facings the trimmings, collar, and cuffs of their military coats.
a great ruck of men and munitions a large quantity of soldiers and munitions.
the swash of the fragrant water the splashing of water.
the valor of a gamin the courage (needed for survival) of a street urchin.
a besplashed charger an officer’s beautiful, paint horse.
