Annotation
[1] ALS, RPB. Rosecrans telegraphed from Chattanooga at 8 P.M. on September 19, ``We have just concluded a terrific days fighting and have another in prospect for tomorrow. The Enemy attempted to turn our left, but his design was anticipated and a sufficient force placed there to render his attempt abortive. The battle ground was densely wooded and its surface irregular and difficult. We could make but little use of our artillery. The number of our killed is inconsiderable, that of our wounded very heavy. The enemy was greatly our superior in number. Among our prisoners are men from some thirty regiments. We have taken ten cannon and lost seven. The Army is in excellent condition and spirits and by the blessing of Providence the defeat of the Enemy will be total tomorrow.'' (DLC-RTL).
[2] This sentence, written in pencil, is not in Lincoln's handwriting.