HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT, June 18, 1861

Brooke’s Station, June 18, 1861.

t I disagree with General Beauregard as to the propriety of detavhing

any part of this command.

2 The point designated by him is entirely out of reach of Aquia Creek. If this command is relieved, it should be on the supposition that there is no danger to be apprehended of an invasion from near here, and in _ _ that event nearly the whole command should be sent.

‘f Respectfully forwarded.

Brigadier-General, Commanding Department.