From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America
CHAPTER XXIX.
THE WAVE ROLLS BACK.
Confederates retreat from Gettysburg--The Federals pursue-- Crossing the Potomac under Difficulties--Kilpatrick's Cavalry Dash on Pettigrew's Command--General Lee thought to rest his Army in the Valley of Virginia, but Meade followed too fast-- Engagements that harassed the Retreat--General Lee wished to be relieved of Command, but President Davis would not consent to the Appointment of Joseph E. Johnston or General Beauregard 426