Chapter VI

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From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs)

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

in addition

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

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From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

the month following March and preceding May

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

plural of “beggar” — a pauper who lives by begging

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

succeed in representing or expressing something intangible

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

a person who is in charge

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

one who is the object of choice; who is given preference

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

extreme greed for material wealth

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

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From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

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From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

the systematic use of spies to get military or political secrets

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

set up or found

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

a reserve of money set aside for some purpose

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

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From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

the act of departing

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

highest in quality

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

come to pass

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

a message received and understood

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

past form of “institute” — set up or lay the groundwork for

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

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From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

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From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

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From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

the time between one event, process, or period and another

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

the force of workers available

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English “Mr”

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

plural of “musician” — someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession)

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

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From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

come into possession of

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

-ing form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

owed as a debt

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

plural of “partisan” — a fervent and even militant proponent of something

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

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From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

the people who inhabit a territory or state

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

plural of “proof” — any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

plural of “rebel” — “Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

plural of “regiment” — army unit smaller than a division

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

something left after other parts have been taken away

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

plural of “spy” — (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator)

From this reading The difficulties of obtaining military intelligence--Native spies--Ambuscades--Life at Nha-Nam--Doy-Tho--De Lipthay--A tropical storm--The capture of Linh-Nghi--Monsieur de Lanessan--French colonial administration.

up to a particular time

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

being of use or service

From this reading It was not until a regular system of espionage was instituted in April, 1891, that any useful knowledge could be obtained.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Notwithstanding the proverbial cupidity of the natives, and that all intelligence was well paid for--a Special Secret Service fund being devoted to this purpose--the military authorities found it almost impossible to learn what was going on, or what might be expected to happen.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

which person or people

From this reading A score or so of men from the native regiments who had furnished some proofs of courage were chosen, and these, disguised as travelling musicians, beggars or pedlars, wandered from village to village gleaning in the meantime all the information it was possible to obtain.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.

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From this reading Owing to the fact that the majority of the population of the Yen-Thé were partisans of De-Nam, and also to the terror with which this chief had inspired the remainder, it was with the greatest difficulty that any information could be obtained concerning the organisation and movements of the rebels.