Garrard returned last night about 12 o’clock. His report is being compiled to be sent to you. I think you will find it satisfactory. Several of the colonels of Garrard’s division rank Long. The only way that I can see how he can be placed in command of th
Read MoreFrom Lieutenant Colonel George W. Schofield to Brigadier General Milo S. Hascall – August 16, 1864
GENERAL: I am directed by the major- general commanding to inform you that Kilpatrick has reached Fairburn, burned the depot, torn up track, &c. At 9 p. m. last night he was this side of Camp Creek, hoping that Jackson would come out and fight him. He als
Read MoreFrom Major General William T. Sherman to Major General George H. Thomas – August 16, 1864
General Schofield reports that General Kilpatrick did not find the enemy’s cavalry at his old camp at Mount Gilead Church; but I don’t know where that church is. It is manifest that all the efficient cavalry of the enemy is to our rear. They will tear up
Read MoreFrom Major General David S. Stanley to Major General William T. Sherman – August 16, 1864
General Garrard came back last night. He had some fighting with the rebels. He found them in force, about seven regiments. They fell back behind breast- works. Some rebel cavalry passed our flank about Cross Keys yesterday. They killed one man on picket.
Read MoreFrom Major General William T. Sherman to Brigadier General W. L. Elliott – August 16, 1864
Major- General SHERMAN:
The following received from Kilpatrick, dated August 15, 9 p. m., near Camp Creek, in route from Fairburn