On the early morning of the 9th of April in 1865 the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia, launches their final attack on the u- nion troops blocking their path to the south at Saylor's Creek. The Confederates succeed in breaking through their cavalry lines are are charged with another victory. They soon encounter union infrantrymen. These federals begin to advance, as another force begins to push toward their southern rearguard. General Lee realizes that further resistance is now futile. This brilliant Confederate General-in-Chief orders a white flag to be carried through their enemy line with a request of a cease fire, until he can work out the terms of surrender with General Grant.