Talk:Battle of Anthony's Hill/@comment-98.240.59.57-20150222213850

It is very true that King's Hill was an important defensive victory for General Hood's rear guard under Mr. Forrest. But as well-planned and executed as Forrest's defense was, it merely stalled the Federal pursuit. The cavalry present on the field that day with General Wilson was in no way enough force to destroy any part of Hood's infantry column - a fact that was proven on the field at King's Hill where General Walthall's brigades hit the Union skirmish line and all but routed it. Hood's main column was in no immediate danger because the main Federal pursuit was bogged down miles behind in attempts to cross swollen rivers with too few pontoon bridges. I believe all Mr. Wilson was anxious to do was to take a swipe at Forrest and perhaps defeat and possibly even capture him. Of course, this was not to be as General Forrest ably withdrew his command. Thank you for your description of this interesting engagement.