Why was the command not dismounted when the men commenced firing?
A. I do not know. The first fire was opened mounted. After that I was detached. I do not know whether any command was given to open fire or not. Q. Did you see Captain Perry at any time during the fight? A. I saw him when the line was first formed, he was with his company on the left I think. I saw him again when the word was passed to charge. He was on the right rear of the line. The line was then intact. Q. Who gave the command to your company? A. Captain Trimble gave me all the commands I got. Q. How long after the firing commenced did you see the line retreating? A. It was after I had been on the rocks and fired several shots. I saw it pushed back to the right. I did not know it was retreating. It afterwards fell back. I should think it was at least 400 yards. The road at this time I thought was uncovered. Q. Did you see the citizens at any time during the fight? A. I saw only one. He was by the side of me. He fired two shots, got on his horse, and rode off. Q. Who withdrew you fro
