Anderson, Robert (1805-1871) to Lorenzo Thomas re: no work done, supplies nearly exhausted
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04461.01 Author/Creator: Anderson, Robert (1805-1871) Place Written: Fort Sumter, South Carolina Type: Letter signed Date: 1861/03/31 Pagination: 1 p. 25.2 x 20 cm Order a Copy
M.S.G
Fort Sumter S.C.
March 31st 1861
To
Colonel L. Thomas
Adjt. Genl. US.A
Colonel
I have the honor to report that we do not see any work going on, this morning. Yesterday, in consequence if the members of the convention coming down, a great deal of firing of shot and shell took place at Fort Moultrie and from the batteries on Morris Island. The three batteries out-side of the "Star of the West" have certainly, guns of very heavy caliber. This we know from the great extent of the ranges and from the reports.
As our provisions are very nearly exhausted, I have requested Captain Foster to discharged his laborers, retaining only enough for a boats' crew. I hope to get them off tomorrow. The last barrel of flour was issued day before yesterday.
I am, Colonel, very respectfully
Your Obedient Servant
Robert Anderson
Major of Artillery
Commanding
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