Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Shreveport” in chapter 142, page 554 of Rebellion Record: a Diary of American Events: Documents and Narratives, Volume 8.:
...hile our force, comparatively, were a mere handful The rebels occupied a strong position in the vicinity of Sabine Cross-Roads, concealed in the edge of a dense wood, with an open field in front, the Shreveport road passing through their lines.
General Ransom arriving on the field with his command, formed his line as well
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