CHAPTER XI.--THE PHALANX IN VIRGINIA.

Transfer of Negro Troops from the West and South to Virginia--Preparations for a New Campaign--9th Army Corps passing Through Washington--Army of the Potomac--Battle at Bailey's farm--Siege of Petersburg--Digging a Mine--Phalanx Troops preparing to lead the Assault--Disappointment--Explosion of the Mine--Terrible Slaughter--Failure of the Attempt to Take the Redoubt--New Movement Against Richmond--New Market Heights--Capture of Petersburg--Fall of Richmond--Appomattox--Surrender of Lee 377