...l than was anticipated, and could only have been obtained by a surprise as to the direction and force of our movement. For the details of the action at Liberty Gap, Hoover's Gap, Shelbyville, and Rover , I beg to refer to the reports of Major-Generals Thomas, McCook, and Stanley, and the accompanying sub-reports. Bearing testimony to the spirit and gallantry of all, both officers and men, I mu...