§. 20. Of applying all to the present Artillery Gentlemen.

§. 20. Of applying all to the present Artillery Gentlemen.

But because every rare thing is precious, I rejoice that you are of those, who, by how much the more rare they ¹are, by so much the more glorious they appear to be. By you it must be effected, if it be effected, that the ancient English name and Renown for Martial discipline be preserved (if not repaired also) and propagated to posterity. Be not therefore now slack in prosecuting that which you have so well begun. Be diligent to keep your training days, and to exercise your arms, that such as by much practice are well experienced, may be presidents and patterns to others: and those others by like constant practice may attain to answerable experience. Let no discouragements dismay you. The less encouragement you have from others, the greater is your praise, that so willingly take such pains at your own cost, to make your selves serviceable for the defence, security, and safety of the Land and Kingdom where you live. In you my Text is in our days and Land verified; for of you it may be truly said, THEY were MEN of WAR.