That portion of the Inscription on the Monument which brings the 84th down to the date of the muster out of the 57th, was conceded only after months of earnest contention.
The 57th continued in Pierce's Brigade.
Second Hatcher's Run.
February 5th, 7 a.m., marched from camp and along Vaughan Road, crossing the picket line about 3 miles to North side of Hatcher's Run, and put up works. 6 p.m., moved a mile to the right, took position under very heavy fire on left of the 3d Brigade, and put up works.
6th, Ordered to support of 5th Corps. While on the way order countermanded and returned to works.
7th and 10th, Slashing timber in front of line.
11th, Line to our left abandoned during the night. 5 a.m., moved within new line and encamped.
12th, Slashing timber in front of works.
13th, Again putting up Winter Quarters, the heavy timbers of some of the tents being moved from the old camp.
Beyond Picket Line.