On October 27th, the 17th conducted reconnoitering operations along the Sassafras River within
the vicinity of Mt. Harmon Plantation.
The mission was to seek out rebel foraging parties, collect
intelligence from locals, and question potential spies. In return, the Dragoons located several
rebel’s patrols and the cavalry and found themselves in numerous skirmishes and
engagements throughout the course of the day.
Foraging took a turn for the better by sundown. The Regiment
and Maryland Loyalists commandeered the Kitchen House and was treated to a Feast
along with drink, that was fit for His Majesty himself, prepared by the Distaff
of both units! Later, the Kitchen
provided warm shelter for the night.
