48: Chapter 46. Bigwig Stands His Ground Scripted by John Ruths and Newell Fisher John's notes for this episode were dedicated to Samantha the wonder dog, who he lost just before writing them. I dedicated Episode 45 to her memory. Rest in Peace Samantha The pre-chapter quote is one of Richard Adams' finest selections. It was spoken by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo and is a brutal summary of the bottom-line of war. Having just left Hazel in distress at Nuthanger Farm, we're now back at the siege on Watership Down.  The chapter opens with a conversation between General Woundwort and Groundsel. The hole straight down into the Honeycomb  is already dug and is ready to collapse at its base.  He will drop into the Honeycomb with three other rabbits. Another will stay at the newly dug entrance and send more in onc ...