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First Sharp Shooters
"The movements of the 6th corps were so rapid after breaking their lines that even General Lee could scarcely keep his sacred person safe; as it was, his headquarters were overhauled and fell into our hands. It is reported that they were destroyed. Through out the early part of the night operations were confined to skirmishing, more or less heavy at different hours, along the entire line. The utmost vigilance was exercised, and it was-confidently anticipated that the rebels would take advantage of the darkness to get away Soon after dark General Willcox was sent for by General Parke, and remained at corps headquarters until midnight, in conference with his superior.
Michigan Sharpshooters
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