and the possession of a highly advantageous position. It is reported to me that my wounded number 760. Exact returns will be furnished as soon as possible.

JOSEPH HOOKER,

Major-General.

HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS,
Coosawattee River, May 16, 1864.

Brigadier-General WHIPPLE:

I have the honor to report that I crossed but one division at Fite's Ferry, the ford being deep. During the crossing I discovered two trestle bridges about one mile above the ferry, over which I can cross the balance of my command with its trains without delay. The ford at this point is still deeper, but with the aid of two ferry-boats which I find here I shall be able to cross my corps without much delay: in fact, I hope to have it over to-night.

JOSEPH HOOKER,

Major-General.

HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH CORPS,
May 16, 1864-6.10 a.m.

Brigadier-General GEARY,

Commanding Second Division:

GENERAL: General Butterfield reports this morning the hill in front of him evacuated, and a deserter reports that the enemy have crossed the river. As soon as your men have breakfasted the general wishes you to advance you skirmishers.

H. W. PERKINS.

Assistant Adjutant-General.

HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH CORPS,
May 16, 1864-6.45 a.m.

Brigadier-General McCOOK,

Commanding Cavalry Division:

GENERAL: We are in possession of the enemy's lines this morning, and the indications are that they have crossed the river. The general desires that you will cross the river and ascertain the route on which they are retreating. Please keep the general informed as promptly as possible of everything you can ascertain regarding the movements of the enemy.

H. W. PERKINS.

Lieutenant-Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-General.

HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS

May 16, 1864

Lieutenant-Colonel PERKINS,
Assistant Adjutant-General, or

Lieutenant-Colonel ASMUSSEN,

Assistant Inspector-General:

COLONEL: I am instructed by General Hooker to carry out the order as originally rendered by Lieutenant-Colonel Perkins.

JNO. W. GEARY,

Brigadier-General.