The chapter delves into the strategic movements and battles during the Civil War, focusing on the Northern and Southern generals' attempts to reach Corinth, Mississippi. It vividly depicts a firsthand account of the intense and chaotic atmosphere of a Civil War battlefield, portraying moments of valor, cowardice, and tragic encounters. The narrative explores the aftermath of a battle where Confederate troops push through Union lines, leading to looting, the injury of General Johnson, and the uncertainty in the Confederate army without a clear commander.