HEADQUARTERS ARMY OF THE OHIO,
In the Field, July 3, 1864-6 a.m.
Major General GEORGE STONEMAN,
Commanding Cavalry Corps, Department of the Ohio:
GENERAL: The enemy abandoned Kenesaw in the night and has fallen back along his entire line how far does not yet appear. General Thomas is following. General McPherson is moving over onto our right, according to yesterday’s orders. If the enemy crosses the river we will resume our old place on the left. Garrard remains for the present on the left of Thomas and protecting the railroad. During the present keep up communication with whatever infantry may be on the right and act in concert with it. I will write you more fully when I hear more from Sherman.
Very respectfully, your obedient servant,
J. M. SCHOFIELD,
Major-General, Commanding.