Hancock, Winfield Scott (1824-1886) "Extract from General Hancock's official report of the Battle of 'Garnett Hill' June 27th 1862"
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06339 Author/Creator: Hancock, Winfield Scott (1824-1886) Place Written: s.l. Type: Manuscript document signed Date: circa 27 June 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 30.3 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy
Signed with notation by Hancock beginning "A correct extract of my official report." Reports on subordinate officers meriting praise for their action at the Battle of Garnett Hill, including General W.T.H. Brooks. At this brief engagement, Hancock met and repulsed an attack by Robert Toombs and the Georgia troops, and held this position until near the close of the day. The official copy of the report was sent to Leonard D. H. Currie.
Winfield Scott Hancock was a Union General, commanded the II Corps for much of the war. Unsuccessful candidate for President in 1880.
Leonard D. H. Currie was a colonel in the 133 New York Infantry. Served as Assistant Adjutant General, Smith Division.
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