Early this morning the Johnnie Rebs made an attack on the
outposts on the Charlestown Pike. A hot fire was kept up. Our pickets holding
them in check while our regiment was ordered out, double quick. We made a
forced march out about two miles but the enemy had left. It was thought to be a
scouting party, who came near the outposts. Our scouts reported the enemy going
up the valley. Our regiment returned to camp. Two large field guns were mounted
in our camp, pointed towards the Loudon Heights. Can be seen by the enemy. They
are ready for work at any moment Weather permitting drill and dress parade are
kept up. Spare time devoted to reading and writing letters and discussing the war
question. Wondering what the outcome will be and when the end will come. All is
quiet in our camp.
SOURCE: Charles H. Lynch, The Civil War Diary,
1862-1865, of Charles H. Lynch 18th Conn. Vol's, p. 54
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