February 12, 1862---The Battle of Fort Donelson: Day Two

FEBRUARY 12, 1862:          

The Battle of Fort Donelson   (Day Two):  The arrival of the main Union force at Fort Donelson is delayed most of the day by a cavalry screen commanded by Nathan Bedford Forrest. The U.S.S. CARONDELET is the first gunboat to arrive upriver, and lobs numerous shells into the fort, testing its defenses. General Grant arrives on scene and establishes his headquarters at the Widow Crisp's house.