The result accorded with his wishes.

Barfield followed and fell into the snare.

The defeat was equally complete with that of Gainey.
The conduct and skill, in managing his raw militia-men, which these two achievements displayed, naturally inspired his followers with confidence in themselves and their leader.

They produced a corresponding effect upon the people of the country, and were productive of no small annoyance to the Tories, who were thus suddenly reminded that there might be retribution for crime even when sheltered under the dragon folds of England.

Another benefit from these occurrences was in better providing the brigade with some of the proper weapons and munitions of war.
Among the recent captures of Marion were two old field-pieces.