I have been interested in this battle for quite some time now, and I have read about it in some books and diaries on the civil war. However there is never much written on this particular battle, and none of the accounts go into much detail. All I know is that it was principally an artillery duel and it ended in the confederates withdrawing leaving the road to simmesport open for banks and his army to pass. Where exactly were the lines of battle? Were there any casualties or prisoners taken by either side? Where did the armies encamp after the battle? Any information on these subjects would be greatly appreciated.