While his judgment was of the best, and his resources were ready for all emergencies, a by-stander would have thought him heated almost to frenzy.

The warmth of his blood gave him a wonderful energy and rendered him ubiquitous; his skill and decision made his services of the highest importance.
"There they come; steady, now; let them get near enough; fire low; give them h--l." The Rebels rushed forward, thinking to find an easy passage.

When within less than fifty yards, Granger ordered his men to fire.

The complete repulse of the Rebels was the result.
"There, boys; you've done well.

D--n the scoundrels; they won't come here again." With this, the captain hastened to some other quarter.
The death of General Lyon occurred near the middle of the battle.