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93 "Nothing at all," replied Christy, bowing again, and bearing himself with the dignity of a veteran officer; and in the matter of demeanor, the Confederate Captain Carboneer had presented to him one of the best models he had seen, both in action and as a prisoner.

ufa588 "The flag-officer has signalled for the Vernon to come alongside," interposed another seaman who had heard the question. "The circumstances favored me, sir," replied Christy, bowing. "I desire to call your attention to the first of the two reports I submit, for the first battle I was called upon to fight was on board of the Bronx." "Did I, indeed? I was not aware of it. I came on board last night? I was not aware of that fact," said Christy. "Don't you know me, Dave?" asked Christy, speaking out plainly so that the steward might recognize his voice. illustration of quoted scene