088w White Oak I, Mar 31st, 1865 - WDS Campaign Petersburg

(W stands for Weather data is used) The day began with a directive from General Grant, "Owing to the heavy rain this morning, the troops will remain substantially as they are now,..." But this day will not end as the General directed. Initially, the divisions of Union Generals Crawford and Ayers, advanced several regiments with the intention of reconnoitering the Confederate positions. Soon after, CSA General Johnson saw an opportunity to attack and roll up the Union left flank, dangling "in the air." Within a short time, both Union divisions were in full flight, with the CSA in pursuit. To stop this rout, The divisions of Griffin and Miles (3 regiments of Ramsey's brigade were on detached duty) were sent in with Mott on the right flank. As the Union commander, your task is to stop the rebel advance and push them back to their fortifications along the White Oak Road.