One of the legacies of the Roman legions was discipline. In the legions, military law prevailed and discipline was brutal. Discipline on the battlefield kept units obedient, intact and fighting, even when the odds and conditions were against them.

If the tired soldier wanted to lie down, he _______ the mattress out on the balcony.

Given the seriousness of the situation that he had to face, his ________ was impressive.

Latitude