Nevertheless , he commanded a strong force , particularly the six veteran regular infantry companies , who were experienced at colonial warfare .
Pulleine , left in command of a rear position , was an administrator with no experience of front - line command on a campaign .
He commanded a strong force , particularly the six veteran regular infantry companies , who were experienced at colonial warfare .
Pulleine , left in command of a rear position , was an administrator with no experience of front - line command on a campaign .