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This imbedded itself so deeply in his jaw that it could not be got out by the surgeons until after the conclusion of the fight . But the gallant officer , having had his face bandaged up , remounted his horse , and continued his duties throughout the day . Upon getting to a position at the end of the ridge held by the enemy the men were ordered to lie down , while the artillery continued their fire against the enemy 's batteries . At a quarter to twelve the Arab guns ceased to fire , and the men were ordered to their feet again , and with loud cheers continued the advance . The square moved on until well in rear of the enemy 's position , and then marched straight towards it . Owing to this change in the direction of its march the left flank of the square now became its front , and it was the 65th with the Naval Brigade on one flank and the Royal Highlanders on the other , who were nearest to the enemy . Fast and thick the flashes of musketry broke out from the bushes ; but as the square approached the fire ceased , and then groups of black forms sprang to their feet , and with loud yells rushed towards the square , waving their spears and swords .