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The
fine print of this somewhat understated Hornets' Nest
plaque reads: "This
regiment held this position from about 9 A.M. until 4:30
P.M., April 6, 1862, sucessfully resisting repeated
assaults from the enemy's infantry and the heavy fire of
his artillery. Then, being nearly surrounded, it was
ordered to fall back, which it did in good order. Through
a heavy cross fire from both flanks, to a point about one
mile from this place where it formed in line and held its
position until darkness closed the fighting for that day.
On April 7th the regiment moved out early in reserve and
was at different times under fire. About 2 P.M. it was
ordered, by General Nelson, to charge across a field on
the enemy in the woods beyond, which was done in most
gallant manner, the enemy retiring. This ended the two
days fighting for this regiment. Number engaged, 490. Its
loss was, killed and wounded, 66; missing, 4; total,
72."
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