And given the uncertainties of the country's political situation, he was sure to return to his command post before long, if only for security's sake.
He returned to his command in time to lead it during the Hundred Days Offensive.
"I must return to my command and issue the signal to assemble all our force here."
He was ready to take any chance to return to his command.
Finally a shift in the political climate had returned him to his ship and his command.
With a brief wave, Balinor left the battlements to return to his command below.
After months of sickness, he returned to his command, in November 1863.
His company's ship, the Argonaut was returned to his command.
Yorke persuaded him to return to his command, which he held until the end of the war.
"With your permission I will return to my command."