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London, England, 1842-10-19 00:00:00

FROM LAST NIGHT'S GAZETTE.
WINDSOR CASTLE, OCT. 17.
An address of congratulation on the birth of his
Royal Highness the Prince-of Wales, from the in-
habitants of the colony of Western Australia, was
this day presented to his Royal Highness Prince Al-
bert, by the Marquis of Exeter; which address his
Royal Highness was pleased to receive very graciously.
DOWNING-STREET, OCT. 18.
A dispatch and its inclosures, of which the follow-
ing are copies, have been received from Lieutenant-
General Sir Hugh Gough, K.G. C.B.
Head Quarters, Chapo, May 20, 1842.
Mr LORD—My dispatch to your Lordship of the
18th April, will liave led your Lordship to expect my
present communication, announcing the attack on and
capture of Chapo, by her Majesty's military and naval
forces. I shall leave to Vice-Admiral Sir W. Parker
to detail the movements and operations of the naval
part of the expedition, merely observing, that the
same unity of action and of co-operation has existed,
which have hitherto, under Divine Providence, so
materially tended to, the successful result of every
operation ; and that I have experienced the most cor-
dial and effective assistance, not only from the Ad-
miral, but from the several Captains and officers of
her Majesty's and the Indian navy.
I shall now beg leave to detail, with as much
brevity as possible, our military movements since the
evacuation of Ningpo, which event was effected in a
most satisfactory manner on the 7th instant, leaving„
I trust, among the inhabitants of that part of the
Chekiang province, a deep feeling of respect and
gratitude for the orderly and forbearing conduct of
the British soldiers, and proving, that while pressing
'on the Government, and overthrowing every opposing
display of military force, it has been our object to
protect the Chinese population of every class and grade
as much as lay in our power.
The fleet could, notwithstanding the unceasing exer-
tions of Sir W. Parker, only leave the anchorage of Just
in the Way on the 13th inst., when he had assembled
the ships from Chusan, Chinhaee, and Ningpo, and in
consequence of the extraordinary strength of the
tides in the Tseentang river, we only reached the
anchorage off this city on the evening of the 17th ;
Sir W. Parker and myself, however, had an opportu-
nity, the preceding day, to make a most satisfactory
reconnoissance, in the two smaller steamers, of the
defences of this place, when we decided on the points
of disembarkation and the line of conjoint operations
we deemed advisable for the different arms under our
respective commands. -
Having had but imperfect information, we could
not exactly ascertain the position and defences of the
city of Chapo, but we had a very satisfactory exami-
nation of the defences of the heights which command
it, and which extend from three to four miles to the
eastward, as well as of the batteries which defend the
suburbs, and apparently a branch of the Imperial
Canal, which runs almost round the walls ; these
heights were strengthened by several breast-works,
both in their gorges and along their sides, and small
enclosed joss-houses crowned their summits. On the
extreme right appeared two batteriespommanding the
anchorage. On these heights, and within the breast-
works and batteries, some thousands Chinese soldiers
showed themselves, but not a shot was fired at the
steamers although they passed and repassed within
very short range.
From all I could see of the defences on the heights,
and from all I could learn of the position of the city,
I felt assured that I could turn the whole of the for-
mer, and if rapidly executed, cut off all the troops left
to defend these heights, but if I should fail in that
object I had hopes of being able to enter the city with
the fugitives. A bay about four miles to the eastward
presented a good point of debarkation, whatever might
be the force of the opposing enemy; and in consulta-
tion with Sir W. Parker' we decided on this point,
covering the operations by the steamers and small
vessels of war, while the Cornwallis, Blonde, and Mo-
deste were to take up their positions in front of the
western batteries already named, and of the suburb
batteries on the extreme right.
The troops named in the margin* were directed to
be prepared to go on board the steamers at daylight
on the morning of the 18th, and the whole force, in-
cluding the light field train, was successfully landed
by eight o'clock, under the able superintendence of
Commander Richards, of her Majesty's ship Corn-
wallis, to whom I feel much indebted for his judicious
and effective arrangements and zealous exertions.
The right column, which I accompanied, landed
first, and occupied a commanding height, without
opposition, covering the disembarkation of the re-
mainder of the force : when the whole were landed
and formed, I directed Colonel Schoedde, supported
by the artillery under Lieut.-Colonel Montgomerie,
in furtherance of the views I have already announced,
to move as rapidly as possible round the base of the
heights, so as to get in rear of the enemy, and cut off
his communication with the city, which now appeared
within the range of heights already described, while
the right column was directed to mount the summit,
successively attacking the several works and joss
houses as they proceeded. The combined attack on
both flanks commenced at the same moment, the
steamers shelling the breast works in the centre. It
afforded me the greatest satisfaction, as I crowned
each succeeding height, to find my most sanguine
hopes realised by the rapid but collected movement of
the left column, under Colonel Schoedde, passing
between the heights and the city, and obliging the
enemy, instead of retreating on it, to move along
the heights, which were now, one after the other,
carried by the right column with the usual spirit dis-
played by the corps composing it. The whole of the
enemy's troops soon became a mass of fugitives,
throwing away their arms, and flying in every direc-
tion, with the exception of 300, who, finding them-
selves surrounded, took possession of a house and
enclosure, which they defended with wonderful ob-
stinacy, and would not surrender until the house was
in flames from our rockets and breached by powder-
bags, judiciously placed by Captain Pears, when not
above fifty, and these mostly wounded, could be in-
duced to submit as prisoners. During these opera-
tions, I witnessed, with much satisfaction, the alacrity
with which Captain Simpson, of the Rifle Company,
Madras Native Infantry, brought up his company,
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directed the left column to occupy a height close
to and commanding the south-east angle of the city
wall, and Lieut.-Colonel Montgomerie, with his
usual good judgment and alacrity, soon brought his
guns into action, effectually covering our advance on
this point. I directed the Rifles to occupy the houses
close to the wall, to cover the grenadiers of the
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were soon in possession of the left column. I deem
it right here to observe, that I was much assisted in
crossing this canal by Captain Watson, of her Ma-
jesty's ship Modeste, •who joined me at the moment
with a few seamen from that ship. Having col-
lected the force on the wall, Sir W. Parker, with
the seamen and marines, soon joined me, and we
moved round the• city, when I had the several gates
occupied. PerceiVing a body of the enemy in re •
treat towards Hong-choo, I directed the 55th to
pursue, and bring them to action if possible ; but
having had to make the circle of the walls (three
miles), as I did not wish to move the force into
the city until the gates were occupied, the Chinese
had got so far in advance, that Major Fawcett
could only come up with the stragglers; but it
had the good effect of obliging most of this body
to throw away their arms and disperse. It is so
easy for a Chinaman to divest himself of the ap-
pearance of a •soldier, that I have no doubt many
escaped by throwing off the outward uniform by
which alone they are distinguishable from the
peasantry. I found the walls not so high, or in
such good order, as I anticipated from the im-
portance of the place. The Chinese had but few guns,
or even ginjals, mounted on them.
Notwithstanding, we have found several arsenals,
with all kinds of arms and ammunition, together with
a foundry, and a gunpowder manufactory, which, of

* Right Column, under Lieutenant-Colonel Morris-
18th Royal Irish, 22 offic:rs, 470 other ranks ; 49th
Regiment, 25 officers, 426 other ranks ; Sappers, 1
officer. 25 other ranks.—Total, 48 officers, 921 other
ranks.
Centre Column, under Lieutenant-Colonel Montgome-
rie—Detachment Royal Artillery, 2 officers, 25 other
ranks ; Madras Artillery, 8 officers, 164 other ranks ;
Sappers, 2 officers, 74 other ranks ; Rifle Company,
36th M. N. I.; 3 officers, 100 other ranks.—Total, 15
officers, 363 other ranks.
Left Column, under Colonel Schoedcle. —2.6 th Regi-
ment, 27 officers, 521 other ranks ; 55th Regiment, 15
officers, 274 other ranks ; Sappers, 1 officer, 25 other
ranks.—Total, 43 officers, 820 other ranks.

course, I have ordered to be destroyed, merely taking
off the few (11) brass guns. The Chinese appear to
have place.' all their reliance on the positions on the
heights, and possibly on the supposition of the im-
practicability of landing a large force within the in-
fluence of such extraordinary currents.
Chapo has this peculiarity, that about a fourth of
the city is separated from the rest by a wall, within
which alone the Tartars reside. This has much the
appearance. and arrangement of our native canton-
ments, but • that the houses are infinitely superior.
Every male adult would appear to be a soldier, as in
every house two or three matchlocks, with a quantity
of swords, bows,.and arrows, were found. This would
appear to be a Mantchoo privilege, as the Chinese
troops have •theirs collected in arsenals.
The strength of the Chinese force it is difficult to
estimate. From the best sources of information, I
would say they had about 8,000 men in the city and
on the heights, 1,700 of whom were Mantchoo Tar-
tars. I calculate their loss to be about from 1,200 to
1,500 men.
I regret to feel obliged to remark that my loss is
greater than I had anticipated, though small when
the strength of the position, and, for a time, the ob-
stinate defence of the Chinese is taken into conside-
ration. I beg to inclose a list of the killed and
wounded ; and here I may be permitted to express
my deep regret at the loss to the service and to his
country of Lieutenant.Cokmel Tomlinson, of the Royal
Irish, wig/ fell at the head of his corps in the full career
of renown; honoured by that corps, lamented by all.
I have also been deprived of the valuable services of
Lieutenant-Colonel Mountain, who has received three
severe, but I trust, not dangerous wounds. The uni-
form zealous conduct of this meritorious Staff Officer
I have had frequent opportunities of witnessing
and pleasure of recording. I fear also I shall for a
considerable time be deprived of the services of Cap-
tain Campbell, of the 55th, who is dangerously
wounded, and whose spirited conduct at Chusan I
felt called on to notice. Every possible attention
has been paid to alleviate the sufferings of iiy other
wounded officers and soldiers by Dr. French, Super-
intending Surgeon, whose zealous exertions are un-
ceasing, and I am most thankful to find all are
doing well.
The conduct of the whole force calls for my
marked approbation. To Colonel Schoedde, Lieu-
tenant-Colonels Morris and Montgomerie, com-
manding columns, my best thanks are due : they
well executed every order they received, and were
as well supported by the several commanding
officers of •corps and detachments : Lieutenant-
Colonel Pratt, 26th Regiment; Lieutenant-Colonel
Stephens, 49th ; Lieutenant-Colonel Knowles,
Royal Artillery ; Major Fawcett, 55th ; Brevet-
Major Grattan, 18th Royal Irish, subsequent to the
lamented fall of Lieutenant-Colonel Tomlinson ;
Major Anstruther, Madras Artillery; and Captain
Simpson, Rifle Company, 36th Madras Native
Infantry ; all of whom merit my warmest thanks •
as do likewise the general and my personal Staff,
from whom I received the most effective assistance
and support,—all having accompanied me through-
out the operations, in a country where every order
had to be conveyed by an officer on foot,' over most
difficult ground, and frequently to a considerable
distance. I have particularly to express my sense
of obligation to Major Gough, who had, combined
with his duties as Deputy Quartermaster General,
to act for Lieutenant-Colonel Mountain, for the (I
trust temparory) loss of whose services I have
already expressed my regret. My best thanks are
also due to Captain Pears, Field Engineer, who
afforded me every assistance ; and I beg to bring to
your Lordship's notice my senior Aide-de-Camp, Capt.
\Vhittingham. I chall now, my Lord, conclude with
the assurance, although I am aware as a British sol-
dier it is superfluous, that the force entrusted to my
command has but one common object in the bright
career which I anticipate for it—an anxious wish to
do their duty to their Sovereign, and to meet the ex-
pectations of their country.—l have, &c.,
(Signed) H. GOUGH, Lieutenant-General,
Commanding Expeditionary Land Force.
The Right Hon. Lord Stanley, &c.
GENERAL ORDERS by Lieut.-General Sir Hugh
Gough, K.G. C. 8., Commanding Expeditionary
Land Forces, dated Head-Quarters, Chapo City,
May 19, 1842.
The Lieutenant-General has again to congratulate
his bravo comrades on another very brilliant achieve-
ment, executed with their usual gallantry, by the
Chinese expeditionary force.
Sir Hugh Gough'a best thanks are due to all ranks,
and he again has to request Officers in command of
corps and detachments to convey to their respective
officers and soldiers his highest sense of approbation.
The Lieutenant-General commanding cannot deny
himself the melancholy gratification of recording the
deep feelings of regret he has experienced at the loss
of one of our brightest ornaments, Lieutenant-Colonel
Tomlinson, 18th Royal Irish, who fell at the head of
his corps, nobly doing his duty. His honourable re-
mains will be committed to the deep to-morrow, in
accordance with the expressed wishes of his brother
officers.
The Lieutenant-General is happy to announce that
Lieutenant-Colonel Mountain, C. 8., Deputy Adju-
tant-General, whose zealous exertions have been so
frequently recorded, is doing well, as are also the
other wounded officers and men.—BY order.
(Signed) J. B. GOUGH, Major,
Deputy Quartermaster-General, acting for
Deputy Adjutant-General, Expeditionary
Force.
Return of Killed and Wounded of the Force under the
command of Lieutenant-General Sir Hugh Gough,
K.G.C.8., at the Attack of the fortified Heights, and
Captureof th
Chapo,
chap Chapo
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thy, the 18th May 19, 1842.
May, 1842.
Head-quarters,
Staff-1 officer wounded.
H. M. 18th Royal Irish Regiment-1 officer, 1 serjeant,
ede
-
3 rank and file, killed ; 2 officers, 1 serjeant, 1 drum-
mer, 27 rank and file, wounded.
H. M. 26th, Cameronians-2 rank and file killed ; 3
rank and file'wounded.
H. M. 49th Regiment-2 rank and file killed ; 2 officers,
11 rank and file wounded.
H. M. 55th Regiment-1 officer wounded.
Madras Sappers and Miners-1 officer wounded.
Rifle Company 36th Madras N. 1.-1 rank and file
wounded.
Total-1 officer, 1 serjeant, 7 rank and file, killed ; 7
officers, 1 serjeant, 1 drummer, 42 rank and file,
wounded.
Grand Total-9 killed, 51 wounded.-60.
Names of Officers killed and wounded.
Lieutenant-Colonel N. R. Tomlinson, 18th Royal Irish,
killed.
Lieutenant-Colonel A. S. H. Mountain, C. 8., Deputy
Adjutant-General, severely wounded.
Capt. Colin Campbell, H. M. 55th Regiment, danger-
ously wounded.
Lieut. A. F. Jodrell, H. M. 18th Royal Irish Regi-
ment, slightly wounded.
Lieutenant A. Murray, H. M. 18th Royal Irish Regi-
ment, sightly wounded.
Captain T. S. Reynolds, H. M. 49th Regiment, slightly
wounded.
Lieutenant and Adjutant W. P. R. Browne, her Ma-
jesty's 49th Regiment, slightly wounded.
Lieutenant J. G, Johnstone, Madras Sappers and
Miners, slightly wounded.
J. B. GOUGH, Major, Deputy-Quartermaster-
General, acting for Deputy Adjutant. General,
Expeditionary Force.

WHITEHALL, AUG. 3, 1942.
The Lord Chancellor has appointed Thomas Frederick
Champney, of Beverley, in the county of York, Gent., to
be a Master Extraordinary in the High Court of
Chancery.

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