Robert E. Lee to Benjamin Huger

Genl. Longstreet’s Brigade is on the road from Hogans House to Dr. Gaines. Genl. A. P. Hill is on the road from Walnut Grove Church to Cold Harbor via Gaines Mill. Genl Jackson’s command supported by D. H. Hill is on the road to Cold Harbor turning Pohite Creek. I think it probable that the enemy is in force behind Pohite Creek, crossing the Chickahominy on his line to Gouldings by Fair Oaks Station along your front. If he should diminish his forces in front of you or show a disposition to abandon his works you must press him, cautiously & hold your line at all hazards. The New Bridge Road is open to us & we must connect with Genl. Magruder.

R. E. Lee