endeavours, and upon a particular night, I calculated to convey Arnold across the river to Major Lee's quarters. My plans were so well arranged as in my opinion to prevent all possibility of failure. But, no one should make certain calculations concerning any anticipated event: upon the very day that was to close my sojourn in New-York, for the night succeeding was the one fixed upon by myself and my associates, for seizing the traitor upon his return from a visit, and conveying him to the American camp, did Arnold make an entire change in his quarters, and I, with the rest of the troops, was ordered on board the transports which have brought us hither. On yesterday was the first of our landing upon these shores; you may readily conceive my emotions when I understood that it was the object of Arnold to destroy your father's residence; he was, if I mistake not, a very active Whig, and it had been determined on by Arnold to lay waste and destroy the property of all those who were notoriously active in their opposition to the British Government. You have, Sir, heard my history; it is my intention to leave this band of ruffians as soon as I can ; we shall shortly arrive in the neighbourhood where the final landing is to be made; you will be very strictly watched, but I shall ask the favour of Arnold to allow me to be your guard; as I am notorious for my desertion, and amongst the British troops an avowed traitor, fellow feeling will prompt the General to grant me any request. But, let what will happen, I shall make use of every endeavour to procure your escape with me. But hush!

the guard is coming to relieve me." As he spoke Champ arose, met the relief guard, gave the salute, and exclaimed as he marched off, "Guard that prisoner well; I have been endeavouring to bring him · over to the cause of his King, but he is confirmed in his rebellion."

Edgar lay for some time ruminating on the strange chance which had thus occurred. From the temper displayed in the trooper's bold enterprize, he at once saw that his escape from the enemy would be easy. But, while his heart overflowed with gratitude and joy at the prospect of his deliverance, revenge and fury, like the dark clouds which oft o'ershadow the skirts of a cloudless sky, soon succeeded every brighter emotion. The death of his father, the devastation of his paternal home, the heart-broken anguish of his mother, and the wild, unrestrained wretchedness of his betrothed, like the darker shadows which often drift upon the sable form of night, passed with the most gloomy rapidity across his senses. He swore revenge against the author of these ills, though he should be compelled to seek it in the remotest ends of the earth; and though his own death should be the consequence of the deed, he vowed to immolate the ruffian traitor, though he were girt around with a host.

But the young soldier's agitation soon subsided from the more furious rapidity with which it had been impelled, into a deep sullen calm; and drawing around him a camp cloak, which had been given him by the guard, he lay listening to the dashing of the waters, the creaking of the rudder, until after having

started a half dozen times from a state of uneasy dozing, he sunk into a profound sleep. The rays of the morning sun flashing upon the surface of the waters, and through the port-hole which fronted him, roused him from his slumbers, and looking around him, he saw Champ standing near him, who seemed watching him with the most intense interest. "At my request, young man," said the soldier, "I have been allowed to conduct the guard which will accompany you on shore." "On shore," replied Edgar, "where have we landed?" The place, if I mistake not, is called Westover; the troops are now landing, and from hence it is the General's intention to march to Richmond and Petersburg, with the object of laying the country waste. Rise, and prepare yourself for march, the guard is waiting upon deck." "Where is Arnold?" said Edgar, in a deep suppressed tone of voice. " Do you hear that harsh voice, giving command upon the shore," replied the soldier; "that is he. He is marshaling the men in ranks, and in a few minutes will be on the road to Richmond." While this conversation was passing, Champ had released Edgar from the cords which bound him, and drawing his sword, they walked together up the stairs of the hatchway.

When he reached the deck, a new and splendid scene arrested his attention; a large body of troops were arrayed upon the high bank above the waters, and with banners waving and arms glittering in the sun beams, were awaiting the signal for marching. Every vessel in the fleet was manned, and their guns

poured forth a salute to the departing troops. At. the head of the army, Edgar discovered the traitor general upon a splendid black charger in deep consultation with his officers. Notwithstanding the detestation with which the young soldier's bosom was surcharged towards him, yet he could not but admire the majestic form, and commanding air which seemed at once to distinguish Arnold as a leader. He thought of Saratoga and Quebec, and for the first time felt a slight degree of pity for their hero. Strange! he thought that a man who had shed his best blood, and attained to so high a rank in his country's cause, should blast his reputation to eternity, and render his name synonimous with disgrace, for the paltry price of gold.

But the trumpets sounded, the drums beat to arms, and with apparently but one motion, the English army commenced its march. Edgar, surrounded by his guard, with Champ in advance, followed in the rear. Notwithstanding the unpleasant thoughts connected with his own situation, the young soldier could not but admire the perfect ease with which the quondam trooper of the Legion accommodated himself to his situation. He maintained the utmost severity of gravity, and in his dark saturnine features no one could have discovered any expression but that of the. deepest devotion to the cause which he was apparently serving. The army had marched for some time upon the high road leading from Westover to Richmond, and nothing in the shape of defence of the country had as yet appeared. Every house was deserted, and the population of the whole country

seemed to have entirely vanished. Edgar's heart sunk as he saw the completely unprotected situation of the land; that an enemy should be allowed to leave their shipping and penetrate into the interior of the State, was a reproach upon its character, which would not be easily wiped off. At every rising ground he strained his eyes to catch a glimpse of some of the gallant yeomanry who might avenge the gross insult which had been given; he longed for a sight of his gallant troop and their impetuous leader, who might crush this band of ruffians beneath their horses hoofs. But vain were his hopes; the traitor and his army were allowed to enter the Metropolis of the State completely unmolested, and ere the evening sun had set, the British flag waved in peaceful and tranquil folds over the Capitoline

mount.

It is useless to recount the devastation and havoc which were here committed by this crew of Tartars; they are engraved upon the mind of every American; and it would be a useless digression to describe scenes of unlicensed rapacity which are so faithfully depicted upon the tablets of our country. Notwithstanding every effort was made by Edgar Thornhill and his friend to escape from the hands of the enemy, they found it impossible to do so. Champ was resolved upon the escape being mutual, and in spite of every remonstrance made by the other against his remaining in the enemy's service, he strenuously withstood them. They had the disagreeable task of witnessing the complete destruction of all the public stores stationed at the Capital and in its neigh