The Battle of Cedar Mountain

At the Battle of Cedar Mountain, the fighting turned desperate and many combatants struggled hand-to-hand. Some of Crawford's Federal soldiers passed completely behind the 21st Virginia and entered the road near the Confederate artillery line. Confederate soldier John Worsham of the 21st Virginia recalled this area as a "hell spot" and feared for Jackson, whom he had seen there only a moment before. "Stonewall" Jackson was in peril in the thick of the fight, and his command seemed on the verge of defeat. However, the Federal commander did not send in reinforcements quickly enough, and the Union attack lost momentum along the Crittenden Lane. Jackson rallied his men and received timely reinforcements from A.P. Hill. By about 6:30 p.m., Banks' Federals were in retreat and Jackson's men were counterattacking on their way to victory.

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