GENERAL: We now have a good lodgment on the other bank of the river, Schofield at the mouth of Soap Creek and Garrard opposite Roswell. I saw General Dodge to-day en route for Roswell and explained to him the importance of the place, and he understands it
Read MoreFrom Major General William T. Sherman to Brigadier General Kenner Garrard – July 9, 1864
What news? Have you crossed? You know that Schofield is across.
W. T. SHERMAN,
Major-General, Commanding.
JULY 9, 1864-7 a.m.
Major-General SHERMAN:
I have the ridge on the south bank of the river. The infantry should come up at once. I see
From Major General William T. Sherman to Major General James B. Steedman – July 9, 1864
I am informed by General Sherman that Colonel Garrard is on the way to the front with a brigade of cavalry. The general directs me to take command of any and all cavalry on the way to the front to enable [me] to clear the country of rebels. I have somethi
Read MoreFrom Major General William T. Sherman to General Webster – July 9, 1864
I have ordered the arrest of the operators at the Confederate manufactories at Roswell and Sweet Water, to be sent North. When they reach Nashville have them sent across the Ohio River and turned loose to earn a living where they won’t do us any harm. If
Read MoreFrom Lieutenant-Colonel J. F. Gaines to Captain Terrett – July 8, 1864
Assistant Adjutant-General, Kelly’s Division:
CAPTAIN: Scouting parties of the enemy have made their appearance all along my front to-day as far up as McAfee’s Bridge. I think very likely they are reconnoitering for the purpose of attempting a crossing