22d October, 1781." The British shot generally about five feet too high; but the wind blew that day favourably for Marion's Marksmen, and they did great execution.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
Marion's Marksmen firing with great precision, and galling the enemy greatly, had now advanced more than half a mile, when the British charged upon them with fixed bayonets, and Marion ordered a retreat.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
Soon after, the British appeared at them, and thus offered themselves to the aim of experienced Marksmen.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James