Order
George WM. Brent, June 17, 1862
GENERAL ORDERS, } HEADQUARTERS WESTERN DEPARTMENT,
June 17, 1862.
No. 74. Tupelo, June 17, 1862.
The general commanding takes pleasure in calling the attention of the armies of this department to the gallant conduct of Capt. B. B. McCaa, and his command of Brewerâs cavalry regiment on the morning of the 14th instant, when by a bold and dashing charge he put to flight a superior force of the enemyâs cavalry. In this affair Private John Graham was especially distinguished, and will be rewarded with the badge of honor on some suitable occasion.
This success should teach our cavalry forces what they can accomplish by bravery and daring, and should incite them to like deeds of valor.
By command of General Beauregard:
Acting Chief of Staff.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in West Tennessee and Mississippi, Pt. 1. Summary: General Brent commends Captain McCaa and his cavalry for a daring charge defeating superior enemy forces on June 14, 1862, highlighting Private John Graham's distinguished bravery.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 17, Part 1
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