... as no mention is made of it in their reports; but, on the morning of that day, as appears from Genera] Buckner's report, they came to the conclusion to cut their way out, and retreat to Nashville. General Johnston 's plan was general in its scope, and perfectly simple. He wished Donelson defended if possible, but he did not wish the army to be sacrificed in the attempt. Something must be dared for the maint...