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Civil War American
THIRTEENTH REGIMENT INFANTRY
We held this position until about 12 M., when we were recalled to join our brigade and division that had been moved about one mile to the left of Lee and Gordon's Mills. We executed the movement on the double-quick, with the thermometer 90° above. The battle was raging furiously on our front and flank; we formed our lines under the enemy's fire, and were immediately ordered to charge the exultant rebels who were forcing back a part of the brigade. The charge was executed in a handsome manner, and checked their advance, but at a fearful sacrifice of life, and notwithstanding the enemy made several determined efforts to dislodge us, we held the position until night. "
U. S. Civil War
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