The 43rd Indiana Infantry Regiment was deployed to lead the way, while the 36th Iowa marched on the flank of the wagons. Drake ordered the 77th Ohio to form the rear-guard and that regiment lagged almost 3 miles to the rear.
The 43rd Indiana Infantry Regiment led the way, followed by the 36th Iowa Infantry on the flank of the wagons. Drake's orders placed the 77th Ohio in a supporting role, trailing behind nearly 3 miles to the rear.