Scarcely a hundred of the South Carolinians were left, but the name, "The Invincibles" and the chief officers, stayed behind.

Jackson had been unwilling to part with Colonel Talbot and Lieutenant-Colonel St.
Hilaire, experienced and able West Pointers.

Langdon and St.Clair also stayed.
Harry talked over the resignation with these friends of his, and they showed an anxiety not less than his own.

It had become evident to the two veteran West Pointers that Jackson was the man.

Close contact with him had enabled them to read his character and immense determination.
"I hope that our government at Richmond will decline this resignation and give him a free hand," said Colonel Talbot to Harry.