Letter
Samuel R. Curtis to Henry W. Halleck, April 21, 1863
Sant Louis, Mo.
Sant Louis, Mo., April 21, 1863.
Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief : Colonel! Smart, commanding a picket at Patterson, was approached by a large force yesterday at 12 o’clock. He tell back, bringing away or destroying supplies. Skirmishing continued 8 miles. Our loss about 50. Forces are being concentrated at Pilot Knob, and Genvral Davidson and General Vandever will probably unite a sufficient force.
SAML. R. CURTIS,
Major-General.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Indian Territory, Pt. 1. Location: Sant Louis, Mo.. Summary: Major General Curtis reports to General Halleck about a skirmish at Patterson, detailing enemy approach, retreat with supplies, casualties, and troop concentration plans at Pilot Knob.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 22, Part 1
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