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4 OK P.M. Ordered to return to Alexandria and report to Gen McClellan for duty Never was an order received more gladness or obeyed with more alacrity. Pratt was delighted and Williston fairly danced.

Began the march at once Artillery leading off.

What a race we had back to Alexandria. The Gen. Was determined to break down my horse, but at the same time was [inserted] forced to acknowledge his superior mettle. What John Gilpin rides the prior Sergeant had! And then the little scene with Gen. [blank] about our passes.

No ham for supper this time as you love me Capt