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There was much speculation and excitement as to what units
would be selected, every one asserting that his regiment was sure to go;
that it was their turn; and that if they were not taken it would be a
great shame.
Sir Bindon Blood had however already decided. He had concentrated a
considerable force at Amandara in view of a possible advance, and as
soon as the movement was sanctioned organised the column as follows:--
1st Brigade.
Commanding--Brigadier-General Meiklejohn.
Royal West Kent Regiment.
24th Punjaub Infantry.
31st " "
45th Sikhs
With the following divisional troops:-
10th Field Battery.
No.7 British Mountain Battery.
" 8 Bengal " "
" 5 Company Madras Sappers and Miners.
2 Squadrons Guides Cavalry.
4 " 11th Bengal Lancers.
This force amounted to an available fighting strength of 3500 rifles and
sabres, with eighteen guns. Supplies for twelve days were carried, and
the troops proceeded on "the 80 lb.


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