The Battle of Cool Springs (Snickers Ferry)

Union Left Flank facing the position where CSA
General Rode's Division flank attacked - approximate
sight where Colonel Frost of the 11th stood.

Facing Rode's Flank Attack

    Using a telescopic lens, this photograph was in the approximate position where the 11th West Virginia Infantry's Colonel, Daniel Frost stood [center of the 3rd Brigade and in command of] ordering an oblique to the right to front the enemy. It was shortly after his order, when turning back to face the enemy, Frost was mortally wounded in the abdomen.

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