Camp in the woods. Called up very early. Our regiment
detailed for picket duty. We advance towards the west, near Smithfield and the
Opequon Creek. A strong picket line maintained. While everything is quiet with
us, must keep a good lookout. Cannot tell what an hour may bring forth. We have
been in the service for over two years on this the last day in August.
SOURCE: Charles H. Lynch, The Civil War Diary,
1862-1865, of Charles H. Lynch 18th Conn. Vol's, p. 119
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