The two regiments, numbering some 500 men each, fought back numerous countercharges from half a dozen Confederate regiments. Eventually, overpowered and running low on supplies, the two regiments withdrew back to Union lines. The rebels then rallied and mounted their own assault, however they were beaten back savagely by the skilled gunnery of the 1st Missouri Battery E and the 1st Missouri Battery L. The regiment lost a total of 45 Killed, 143 Wounded,  and 2 Captured, for a total of 200 Casualties, nearly a 40% casualty rate.
Two regiments, consisting of roughly 500 men each, faced numerous counterattacks from six Confederate units. After being outmaneuvered and running low on resources, they were forced to withdraw back to Union positions. The rebels then launched a fierce counterattack, but were decisively defeated by the skilled artillery of the 1st Missouri Battery E and the 1st Missouri Battery L. As a result, the regiment suffered significant losses, with 45 Killed, 143 Wounded, and 2 Captured, totaling 200 Casualties, equivalent to about 40% of their total strength.