On Tuesday an "omnibus " programme of manoeuvres, including cavalry
and artillery in action, the crossing of the Basingstoke canal on rafts and on horseback, and an infantry encounter, was successfully carried out. On Wednesday the King and Queen returned to London. In a parting message the King expressed his satisfaction with the energy and pro- gress which characterize the whole life of the Aldershot command, specially commenting on the enterprise and courage of the Flying Corps, the improved training of recruits and horses throughout the cavalry, and the keen manner in -which the Territorials were carrying out their training, " officers and men giving up their short holiday to make themselves efficient members of our citizen army." The close interest shown in the practical side of soldiering by the King has been greatly appreciated, and fosters efficiency as well as loyalty.
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