Recollections with the Third Iowa Regiment
CHAPTER XXII.
A day's march toward Corinth--Arrival of Gen. Ord--Situation and movements of the enemy--BATTLE OF MATAMORA--Carrying the bridge of the Hatchie--Disastrous situation--Reserves ordered into action--Hurlbut saves the day--Carrying the Heights--Retreat of the enemy--Bivouac on the field--Reconnoissance, details, etc.--Return to Bolivar--Fruits of the victory--Losses 303