Letter
George Sykes to Williams, September 15, 1863
RAPPAHANNOCK STATION
RAPPAHANNOCK STATION, September 15, 1863.
General WILLIAMS: My command is all within striking distance of Beverly Ford. Before one portion of it could cross the river, the remainder would be closed on the forward. GEO. SYKKS, Major-General. RAPPAHANNOCK STATION, September 15, 1863—7.50 p. m. General S. WILLIAMS: In one place Beverly Ford is nearly 3 feet deep, the bottom ver rough, and the entrance and outcome very soft and boggy. It will be very difficult for the artillery and trains to cross. Is it intended to throw a bridge or not? If it is, the spot in front of Hamilton’s house is the best place for it.
GEO. SYKES,
Major-General.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in N. Virginia, W. Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Pt. 1. Location: RAPPAHANNOCK STATION. Summary: Major-General George Sykes informs General Williams of his troops' proximity to Beverly Ford and highlights the challenging river crossing conditions, inquiring about plans to construct a bridge.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 29, Part 1
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