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The Daily Dispatch: March 5, 1862., [Electronic resource], article 3 (search)
attles fought at Fort Donelson, and so much excitement among the friends and relatives of those surrendered, I deem it proper to lay before the public my official report of the several conflicts. This, I am aware, is irregular, and in violation of the usages of the Government, but feel that the extraordinary circumstances of the case justify a departure from usage so far as to publish the report, not doubting but that the Government will approve of the motive which indecisive publication. Gid. J. Pillow, Brigadier General. Columbia, Tenn, February, 18, 1862 Capt Clarence Derrick Assistant Adjutant General. On the 8th inst., General A. S. Johnston ordered "us to proceed to Fort Donelson and take command of that post, On the I arrived at that place in retailing the operations of the forces under my command as Fort Donelson, it is proper to state he condition of that work and of the forces constituting its garrison. When I arrived I found the work on the river bat
The Daily Dispatch: March 5, 1862., [Electronic resource], The Burnside Expedition. (search)
commendation for the manner in which they sustained the first shock of battle, and under circumstances of great embarrassment threw themselves into position and followed up the conflict throughout the day. Being mostly with these two brigades, I can speak from personal knowledge of their gallant bearing. I must also acknowledge my obligations to Brig-Gen. Johnson, who assisted me in command of the forces with which I attacked the enemy, and who bore himself gallantly throughout the conflict; but having received no official reports from him, I cannot give detailed operations of his command. I have pleasure in being able to say that Colonel Forrest--whose command greatly distinguished its commander as a bold and gallant leader, and reflected distinguished honor upon itself — passed safety through the enemy's lines of investment, and trust it will yet win other honors in defence of our rights and the just cause of our country. Gid. J. Pillow, Brigadier-General C. S. A.