The Belgian Field Army, which is still considerable in numbers,
has retired into France, and will there take the rest which it undoubtedly needs after two and a half months of bard fighting. King Albert is with it. We have no doubt that by various channels a considerable number of men will percolate to the colours, and we should not be surprised to learn that in a fortnight's time the Belgians will be quite ready to take the field again and in very much increased -numbers. There are a great many rumours of the Germans
bringing up fresh reinforcements to their right wing, and it seems probable that very shortly we shall have news of a desperate attempt on their part to break through on the west, for no doubt they believe this to be the weakest place. They will also be attracted by their desire to make another attempt to smash the "contemptible little Army."
