The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-08-18


ancc attired in his blue Zouave costume white CATERS,
red cap, with gold tassel, and light, elegant sword.
He, with his companions have just lett Richmond on
another and grander expedition.
Another English Correspondent ut Gene
raj Beaurcgard's Headquarters.
INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL BEAuREGA RD--APPEAR-
ANCE OF THE REBEL COMMANDER.
Especial Correspondence of the London Chroniclc.l
HEADQUARTERS THE SOUTHERN ARMY
THE PoIoMAc, July /, 1861
Having provided myself with the necessary from
The Secretary at War; and an Introductory letter 10 Gene
raj Beaarcggd have come to Manassas Junction,
about $50 miles from Richmond, TO view the intrenched
encanpmcnt and observe the condition Of the troops
located here. General Beauregard received me very
sourto1sly, invited me TO his while remained and
Afforded me every needru facility for visiting the various
camps scattered around This distinguished soldier was
"rased' in the State OF Louisiana, is of Creole parents,
and not more than forty three years Of age He graduated
At West Point Military School, where his studious habits
and professional requirements obtained for him the high
sst honors Upon the expiration Of his collegiate no
appointed to the Engineer Corps of the United States
Army. Subsequently he took part in the Mexican
Indeed il at his sugg son when yet but lieutenant
that General Scott successfully attacked the city Mexico
by the Beau or Western Gate. This simple circumstance
only shows what high opinion was entertained Of the
young soldier by his superior officers, at the
mencement of his military career He at length ce-
gated to the rank Of major and not very long since be-
same the Superintendent Of the United States Military
Academy. From this honorable position, however, his
sympathy for the South caused him TO retire just before
the commencement OF the present unhappy hostites,
when President Davis raised him to the rank OF Brgadier
General in the Confederate States Army. 1t is superuous
or me to tell you that he engaged in the
Fort Sumter General Baaurcgard is about the middle
height, thin, but muscular His features are somewhat
sharp, his forehead intellectual, his eyes bright and
piercing and his aspect He is remarkable for cir
sumspect reteeDce, SO that no one worm more in
formation out Of him than he deems prudent convey
Although remarkably sodiekc and somewhat austere,
there is bandness and even suavy OF manner about
him which quickly wins upon one.
THE MESS TABLE AND LODGINGS OF TIE CONFEDERATE CHEFS.
The hitherto quiet country around Manassas Junction
has indeed undergone remarkable transformation. With
me exception OF hotel on exceedingly limited scale,
there but two three dwelling houses here, which
are now occupied by the, military authorities.
In OF these situated about quarter of mile from
the railway depot General Beaurcgard and his staff have
aen up their headquarters. 1t is rather small unpre
lending building, not unlike an English cottage. In con-
sequence Of the basement rooms being turned into Offices
the house affords accommodation for reiectory pur
poscs long table Of plain wood has been erected at
side Of the dwelling, where the General and his on
take their usual meals. This table, when laid out
with metal plates, tin cans and similar camp parapherna
ha-divcsted, too, of the luxury of whiteIncn cloth
has certainly very primitive appearance, and does
serve to stimulate the appoAtc Nevertheless, the
ure comforts OF substantial, although not of uXu
rious kind.
DISPOSITION FoRoEs-How COMMAND AT
MANASSAS is DIVIDED, AND OFFENCES OF THE GROUND.
was somewhat disappointed to learn that General Bon
ham had left here the day previous in command OF large
force to take advanced position before Alexandria
However few thousand troops still remain and their
tents be stretching out in all directions wherever
The eye can penetrate, giving to the locality very pic
uresque warlkc appearance One portion Of the ground
appropriated to horses, wagons and ambulances while
close proximity to the station all kinds of army
are piled in every conceivable manner, awaiting further
transit
Manassas Gap may regarded the key the Upper
Potomac General Bcauregards command extends TO the
right OF this line while General Johnston occupies the left
Fairfax, under Bonhap, whose pickets within
dve or six miles Of the federalists; 80 that Skin
mishes between the scouts of either party of fire.
3uent General Beaurcgards forces occupy
Two triangular positions within wide range Of territory
Each position udcousy selected and well protected by
extensive redoubts deep intrenchments and guns Of
h0uu call have coon Gf
nasked batteries for which the Northern army to
,ntertain marked an apprehension.
The dcfcnCes at Manassas Junction of particularly
formidable character as this place is meant to fall back
npon the event of defeat retreat should the
unes Of determine To the right of Camp Pckcns,
the direction Of the Potomac the Confederate troops
stretch out rs far as the Occoquan, and in the direction
II Leesburg TO the left. Even Arlington Heights
protected all sides while advanced parties continue
20 annoy the enemy along the Loudon and Hampshire
Railroad, from Lcesburg to their camp at Hsboro'
mE SUPPLY OF WHARF.-THE HOSPITALS AND THEIR INMATES
There no scarcity of provisions but water
al to the comfort and even the health of an army is
both scarce and bad This inconvenience was ] am in
Urmed, severely felt when eight ten thousand
additional troops encamped here Artesan wells,
however, being sunk and it is hoped that larger and
3urcr supply may by this means be obtained Sickness
especially measles, prevails among the men to some
extent; and some deaths have taken place since my
arrival There three temporary hospitals erected in
he encampment, which are distinguished by yellow
lag floating front but the majority of the sick
moved to Culpepper Court House, small village perhaps
Orty miles nearer Richmond, where there is com
sta. About 200 sick soldiers in this establishment.
THE WASHINGTON ARTILLERY NEW CAMP
About three miles from Manassas Junction is very
picturesque spot called Mtchels Ford where the Wash
ngton artillery Of New Orleans at present encamped
rhe locale s open elevated and saubrious, bordcred by
tense woods that the tops Of the stately trees can be
observed the distance forming, were, magic cir
le around the camp Contiguous is broad stream like
small river, called the Bull rum which is several miles
q extent, and affords an abundance Of good wholesome
water.
Being of the crack corps in the field the Washing
artillery deserves a more than passing notice.
As early 1889 this volunteer body became formally
Incorporated but since 1850 when its present command
IT. Major Walton identified himself with it, the corps has
rown In numbers and reputation to become the just
bride OF Louisiana, and powerful addition to the Confe
lerate army. To the efforts OF this body is attr
suitable the establishment OF the Louisiana Poly
echnic Academy, from which military school
ave sprung general and field officers now in the
Wmy of the Potomac Indeed, from its ranks havd
arisen well educated military who have obtanc
distinguished posts OF command in other organizations
The battalion numbers 500 rank and file 325 Of
whom are in Virginia. and the remainder in Now Orleans.
rs force of ordnance consists Of fourteen field pieces
pomp ed of rined cannon, howtzcrs, and sixpounders,
he st of which from the old Rnggold battery The
Gus of tic individuals who compose the Washing
on Artillery is high In It's ranks young Of
liberal education, high toned character, social posi-
don, and occasionally OF considerable wealth In
exchanging their distant and happy homes for the
ough and disagrceabe duties of soldiers life they have
made large and heroic sacrifices The strong ties Of
Kindred have been vigorously snapped asundcr and the
relations OF blood all but forgotten IN whit thy cons'er
he holy cause OF country and duty. They have been
very inexpensive TO the Confederate treasury as they
equipped, and have, believe partially, II not solely
maintained themselves. They aided materially in ocsng
The United States forces from Louisiana in january last,
when they took possession Of the arsenal at Baton Rouge
and seized all the arms and material there contained
amounting in valle to some three millions OF dollars.
The battalion iseScclcntly oflccred-Mgior Walton vino
greatly and deservedy estimated by his men, having
been engaged in the Mexican war; while several other off,
eers graduates of West Point Military School Their
standard which is very magnificent, and cost ono
thousand dollars. was presented to them by the
ladies' Of New Orleans the 22d of February
last. Sergeant Lotus Montgomery, eoedor OF the
New Orleans Delta is the present color sergeant.
SPECULATION IN EXPECTATION OF A GREAT FIGHT
general engagement along the line of the Potomac has
been fully expected for time past but although both
armies are within few miles Of each other no move
nent OF any importance has taken place. Various rumors
aoat TO the motives that actuate General Scott
thus avoiding battle Some Of opinion that the
pnsos his troops received ut Aqua Creek, Yorktown and