CHAPTER IV
The Second Day Begins
We march to San German—Removal of the sick from the ambulances—An
approaching Spanish force—Our scouts and their leader—Concerning Señor
Fijardo—Visible effects of imminent battle—Something about the town of
San German.
CHAPTER V
The Engagement at Hormigueros
Topography of the battlefield—Macomb's cavalry fired into by Spanish skirmishers—Our advance-guard comes into contact with the foe—General Schwan reaches the firing line—The main body arrives and joins in the fray—Subsequent manoeuvres of our column—The Spanish retreat—A computation of losses.
CHAPTER VI
The Second Day Ends
A personal résumé of the fight—Lack of melodramatic accompaniments—A lost chance of glory—Another neglected opportunity—A glimpse of the flag—Once more into camp.