Sunday, 28th–It rained all day. I went out on picket. David Huff, Leroy Douglas, Wm. Esher and I were together at one post. We had strict orders to keep a sharp lookout for the rebel cavalry. We are expecting to be attacked.
Downing’s Civil War Diary.–Alexander G. Downing.

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •