Cornet Merrit was in the rear trying to fight off Maj. Horry's men, but they caught up with him. Cornet Merritt had two horses shot out from under him and was so stunned by the fall of the last one that he was left for dead. Maj. Horry's men took his boots, helmet, and weapons. When he recovered his senses he escaped into the swamp and hid. [More]
Thursday, December 27, 2012
This Day in History: December 27
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