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Rebellion Record: a Diary of American Events: Documents and Narratives, Volume 9. (ed. Frank Moore), chapter 86 (search)
y of heroes, I have no reason to be dissatisfied with my regiment. Whether on a march or in the field exposed to fatigue and privation, in the midst of danger, and in the face of death, they were cheerful and obedient, prompt and daring. No order was given that they did not cheerfully and faithfully attempt to execute. Where all behaved well, it is difficult to make distinction. My field and staff did their full duty. Still I desire to make special mention of my Lieutenant-Colonel, Thomas J. Pender. He was everywhere in the thickest of the fight; cool and courageous, encouraging the men and directing them in their duty. His services were invaluable. I desire, also, to make special mention of Captains Savage, Barry, McLaurin, Gore, and Byrne. They were all conspicuous in the discharge of their duties, and all wounded on the field, the last three very seriously, Captain Byrne having lost an arm. Very respectfully, your most obedient, &c., Robert H. Cowan, Colonel, commanding