A battle ensued at St.James' Church, and as their whole force confronted him, and they had twenty pieces of artillery, he was unable to break their line.

After fighting some hours he was obliged to turn back with a portion of his command to repel an attempt against his line of retreat.

Gregg next appeared upon the scene, and succeeded in getting in Stuart's rear before the rebel general knew he was there.

Buford having gone back toward Beverly Ford, as stated, Gregg in his turn, fought the whole of Stuart's force without the co-operation of either Buford or Duffie.

It can hardly be said that Duffie's column took any part in the action, for he did not reach Brandy Station until late in the day.