"I am sorry to add that Captain Richfield was wounded in the hip, and that Mr.Berwick, the first lieutenant, was killed." The Confederate officer leaped out of his chair astonished at the news.
He declared that he had confidently expected to be released by the capture of the Bronx.

Christy gave a brief review of the action; and Captain Dinsmore was not surprised at the result when informed that the Ocklockonee had taken part in the capture.

The commander then requested him to retire to the ward room, and Flint came in.

They seated themselves at the table, and proceeded to figure up their resources and consider what was to be done.

Mr.Baskirk was then sent for to assist in the conference..