8 November 1863
Kelley, Benjamin Franklin (1807-1891)
to Eliakim P. Scammon
Report of the rout of the rebels
by Averell at Droop Mountain. "…he encountered Genl Echols, Pattons & Jacksons forces entrenched on the summit of Droop Mountain…after a severe action the rebels were routed completely all of his wounded falling...
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