CHAPTER XI.

Mount Vernon in Danger—Mrs. Washington invited to the Camp—Lund Washington, the General’s Agent—Terms on which he serves—Instructed to keep up the Hospitality of the House—Journey of Mrs. Washington to Camp—Her Equipage and Liveries—Arrival at Camp—Domestic Affairs at Head-Quarters—Gayeties in Camp—A Brawl between Round Jackets and Rifle Shirts 110