to E. A. Collins
August 17, 1861
Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885
Grant discusses surrounding Rebel forces and writes that he only has the power to appoint two officers. These two men will be his aides-de camp, and he wishes to appoint John A. Rawlins and "Thompson" from his previous command. He states "The papers...
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