"I moved a little to the right, and about this juncture D. R. Jones's Division arrived upon the scene of action; it was soon followed by the remainder of Lonstreet's Corps. General Jones rode up to me, and desired to know at which point he could most effectually strike the enemy. I recommended that he at once assail the heavy lines in rear of the Chinn House. He promptly accepted the suggestion, in concert with several other commanders, and they moved to the attack, as did the whole line from right to left. Thus the splendid corps of Longstreet moved forward in a grand charge out upon the high and open ground in that vicinity. Onward it swept toward Bull Run, driving the enemy at a rapid pace before it, and presenting to the view the most beautiful battle scene I have ever beheld. . . ."
Source: Advance and Retreat
Commentary
Following is John Bell Hood's account of Longstreet's advance on the Federal line at 2nd Manassas. Hood held a position near the center of the Confederate line and was not officially attached to either wing of the army. He had been with Longstreet's corps at Thoroughfare Gap and fought there with great distinction. Arriving on the field at 2nd Manassas, Lee instructed him to accept orders from either himself, Jackson, or Longstreet. This could have caused a measure of confusion, but Jackson and Longstreet worked in concert during this battle like two integral parts of the same grand machine.