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to John Letcher

General Magruder requests that Captain Jeff Phillips (possibly Jefferson C. Phillips), of the 'Old Dominion Dragoons,' be promoted to the position of Lieutenant Colonel of a cavalry regiment. Relates that Phillips has been recommended by Colonels...

GLC02461.19

to John Letcher

Lieutenant Paxton of the 27th Regiment, Virginia Volunteers, writes to John Letcher, Governor of Virginia. Relates that Captain Robinson, also of the 27th Virginia, "is a worthy gentleman and a gallant officer."Written at Fairfax Court House.

GLC02461.24

to John Letcher

Colonel Pendleton recommends Captain Atkinson, of Colonel August's Regiment, for the position of Major in that regiment. Informs Letcher, Governor of Virginia, that Atkinson is well suited for command.

GLC02461.25

to John Letcher

Colonel Pryor writes to Letcher, Governor of Virginia. Recommends Colonel George C. Cabell (possibly George Craighead Cabell), for the position of paymaster for the Virginia forces. Of Cabell, Pryor writes, "He is a gentleman of the highest...

GLC02461.29

to John Letcher

Hunter writes to Letcher, Governor of Virginia. Relates that John Preston, son of Colonel John M. Preston, hopes to obtain a commission in the Army of Virginia. Writes, "Virginia is the nation state of his father & he wishes to retire to it- He is...

GLC02469.08