. History of the Eighteenth regiment Conn. volunteers in the war for the Union . the morning createdconsiderable excitement and enthusiasm. The fifth Maryland, aplucky little regiment, had driven the rebels out of a portion otthe ride-pits to the east of the town, and occupied them until theadvance of the Eighteenth, which had been ordered to relievethem. As the Eighteenth entered the rifle-pits, the plucky Mary-land boys were singing: Well rally round the flag boys, Well rally once again, Shouiing tlie battle cry of Freedom. The effect was stirring and inspiring. It was not the first timemany
. History of the Eighteenth regiment Conn. volunteers in the war for the Union . the morning createdconsiderable excitement and enthusiasm. The fifth Maryland, aplucky little regiment, had driven the rebels out of a portion otthe ride-pits to the east of the town, and occupied them until theadvance of the Eighteenth, which had been ordered to relievethem. As the Eighteenth entered the rifle-pits, the plucky Mary-land boys were singing: Well rally round the flag boys, Well rally once again, Shouiing tlie battle cry of Freedom. The effect was stirring and inspiring. It was not the first timemany of the Eighteenth had heard that patriotic song, and itcreated much enthusiasm among the boys, one of whom says, Inever shall forget the effect of that glorious national song. There is no doubt but the rebels suffered terribly in their lastcharges upon the Union works, Sunday night. They hadanticipated a speedy victory, but the hrmness of Gen. Milroy dis-couraged them, and they abandoned the idea of completingthe capture until daylight. All reports agree that the Eighteenth. ^4^;^^^ Capt. HENRY C. DAVIS CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEERS. performed good service throughout the whole day. Both officersand privates were cool and determined, and prompt in obedience toorders. Our losses were not large, however, fighting mostof the time behind breast works. Stephen H. Oatley, and George\V. Pickett (jl Company G, were killed near the close of theday. The thunders of battle ceased with the darkness. called a council of officers, and it was decided to evacuatethe works as soon as possible. Silence reigned until abouttwelve oclock, when the order was given to be read)- to move ata moments warning. The night was intensely dark and great se-crecy was enjoined; not a loud word was spoken. The horses hadbeen quietly cut from the wagons, and mounted by teamsters,moved off, being followed by the cavalry and infantry. By twoA. M., the rear guard had left Winchester, and the whole columnmoved in
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