Melton, went out the next day to the battle ground, and counted twenty-seven dead horses; the men had been buried.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
A few shots were exchanged, and Melton was compelled to retreat.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James
Melton, unfortunately, came in contact with a party of tories, under Barefield, much larger than his own, who were patroling near the bridge.
"A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion"
William Dobein James