"Hurrah, lads!" he shouted.  "Give way, and get alongside that wharf as quickly as you can.  Then let every man run his hardest for the shelter of the buildings, carrying his musket and ammunition with him.  One hand remain in each boat as boat-keeper, who must crouch down under the shelter of the wharf face.  Mr Fortescue, stick close alongside me, please; I shall probably want you to carry messages for me."