He was "In his element" leading the charge of a cavalry regiment. After Hondschoote he failed to organise an effective pursuit, "cowed" by the minor check at Rexpoede. Then he was denounced as incapable, not without reason.
He was "at home" leading the charge of a cavalry regiment. After Hondschoote he failed to organize an effective pursuit, intimidated by the minor setback at Rexpoede. Then he was denounced as incompetent, not without cause.