Saturday, June 4, 2016

Diary of Corporal Charles H. Lynch: September 18, 1864

Relieved from picket. Late in the day long wagon trains passed through town, some being parked here. Those passing on went to Harper's Ferry. Things begin to take on a mysterious look which created much comment and talk among the boys. Either a battle was coming or Sheridan was to fall back. We had heard that Early was holding a strong position between the towns of Berryville and Winchester. All is quiet with us tonight.

SOURCE: Charles H. Lynch, The Civil War Diary, 1862-1865, of Charles H. Lynch 18th Conn. Vol's, p. 125

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