Dispatch
Bushrod R. Johnson to G. W. Brent, July 10, 1864
HEADQUARTERS JOHNSON’S DIVISON,
July 10, 1864.
July 10, 1864. CoLONEL: Brigadier-General Elliott reports that the third line of intrenchments in rear of Pegram’s battery is so far completed as to admit of its being occupied by two companies last night; the sharpshooting was brisker than it has been for several days. Scouts from Wise’s brigade report the enemy placing palisades and moving artillery last night. The following casualties are
respectfully submitted: Elliott's brigade,
wounded, 3. Wise's brigade, killed, 2; missing, 1; wounded, 4. Ransom's brigade, wounded, 5. Total, 2 killed, 1 missing, and 12 wounded.
I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant,
I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant,
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Northern Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, Pt. 1. Summary: Brigadier-General Elliott reports partial completion of defensive intrenchments near Pegram's battery, increased enemy activity, and recent casualties among Confederate brigades in July 1864.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 40, Part 1
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