In reality, "A" Company was "not nearly at its objective," and had suffered heavy losses. By the early morning of 14 October, firing on both sides quieted down, and at 1:00 am, the brigadier ordered that the battalion should be withdrawn. When the men returned to their companies' areas, they were given hot food and allowed to rest until 4:00 pm, foregoing lunch.
In fact, "A" Company was not near its objective; it had suffered substantial losses. By early morning of October 14th, both sides ceased firing, and at 1:00 am, the brigadier ordered the battalion to withdraw. Upon returning to their company areas, the men were given hot food and allowed to rest until 4:00 pm, without having lunch.