[From the diary of Eugene M. Cox]

Active preparations are being made at this encampment for defensive operations and an attack is expected here very soon–It is reported and confirmed that Genl. Floyd had a battle yesterday with Col. Tyler’s forces completely routing them and scattering the whole force, killing and taking a large number–The battle was fought on rich Creek, in the neighborhood (I believe) of Summerville–Nothing more of importance transpired to-day–91/2. Taps–lights out and to bed–

Eugene M. Cox, 1833-1855, Private in Albemarle Border and later in Cos. D & I 46th Virginia

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