CHAPTER VI.
THE BATTLE OF WILSON CREEK.
The Return from Dug Spring .-- The Rebels follow in Pursuit .-- Preparations to Attack them .-- The Plan of Battle .-- Moving to the Attack--A Bivouac--The Opening Shot.--"Is that Official ?"--Sensations of a Spectator in Battle .-- Extension of Distance and Time .-- Characteristics of Projectiles .-- Taking Notes under Fire .-- Strength and Losses of the Opposing Armies .-- A Noble Record .-- The Wounded on the Field.--"One More Shot."-- Granger in his Element .-- General Lyon's Death..