one of His Majesty's bad bargains
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one of His Majesty's bad bargains
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Suggesting that the soldier is not worth the pay he receives (the King's shilling).
noun
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An incapable (sick, etc.) or incompetent soldier.
Similar: Queen's hard bargain
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year = {2026},
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urldate = {2026-11-07}
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