Saturday, 27th–We remained here in camp all day. A number of foraging parties were sent out and some of them were captured by the rebels, and so did not have the privilege of enjoying their booty with their comrades. Canton is a very nice little place, and our army did not destroy the town because so many of the citizens remained in their homes.
Downing’s Civil War Diary.–Alexander G. Downing.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •