Suffolk Christian Sun

March 21, 1862

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STILL LATER

Special Correspondent Richmond Enquirer

Goldsboro, March 18

Major Carmichael, of the 26^th North Carolina regiment was the only field officer killed in the late battle at Newbern. The brunt of the engagement fell on Colonels Campbell, Avery and Vance.-- Col. Campbell cleared the trenches twice with the bayonet and re-captured Bram’s Battery. -- The army was forced to retreat in consequence of the militia and Sinclair’s regiment giving away. The troops were posted disadvantageously by General Branch.

Col. Campbell held the bridge two hours to cover the retreat of the fugitives, and brought his regiment off in perfect order. Col. Avery is a prisoner, and has been engaged in burying the dead.

The flag of truce returned this evening, and reports our loss 400 killed, wounded and prisoners.

Burnside admits a loss of 1,500.

Colonels Campbell, Vance and Avery particularly distinguished themselves for gallantry and good conduct. This news is reliable.

[Transcribed by Sharon Strout]