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The Daily Dispatch: August 29, 1864., [Electronic resource], The victory at Petersburg. (search)
he action early in the morning by a charge, in which Spear's squadrons were scattered and compelled to seek refuge behind Hancock's infantry. This famous corps (Hampton's cavalry) prepared to engage without hesitation. Dismounting, they rushed upon the enemy, and despite the advantage of his position, pushed him steadily until he found shelter in his works. Then awaiting Hill's attack on the flank, they again move forward in concert with the infantry, and by their combined assault easily drove the enemy from his stronghold. Throughout this engagement the cavalry exhibited the greatest gallantry. It is hard to distinguish among such uniformity of merit; but we understand special applause was elicited by the superb bearing of the regiments of Colonel Beale (Ninth Virginia) and of Colonel Roberts (Second North Carolina). General Hampton again attested his pre-eminent qualification for the command of our cavalry. Seven stands of colors were captured in the engagement.