When Govan’s Brigade reaches the end of the Union line it clashes with the opposing pickets. Major U. M. Laurance of the 107th Illinois, in front of Colonel John R. Bond’s 2nd Brigade describes a lively skirmish during the early morning hours.
Major General Stanley’s 1st Division moves up and relieves Wood’s 3rd Division on the front line, allowing Wood’s men to pull back and regroup for the assault. |