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Documents from Union generals born in mid-Atlantic states [Decimalized .01-.26]

Twenty seven letters and documents relating to Union Generals born in the mid-Atlantic states.

GLC02462

to William D. Whipple

Worries that the enemy may be gathering a force near his right flank.

GLC02462.01

to Andrew G. Curtin

Informs Curtin that his search for Lieutenant Scudder has failed, and that Scudder is probably a prisoner.

GLC02462.03

to Robert S. Foster

Forwarding to Foster a copy of a letter he has sent to the Navy Department, so that Foster can peruse it. Written on board the U.S.S. Philadelphia.

GLC02462.04

to Henry W. Halleck

Wishes to command a proposed military expedition to Texas. Signed twice by Franklin.

GLC02462.05

to Edwin D. Morgan

Recommending that Captain Robert Avery be promoted to Colonel of the One hundred and second New York Volunteers.

GLC02462.06

to W. A. Cameron

Thanks Cameron, whose term of enlistment has expired, for his loyal service.

GLC02462.08

Two letters relating to Civil War promotions [Decimalized .01-.02]

A Civil War letter regarding promotions for officers, and a later letter which makes reference to the first.

GLC02462.09

to Horatio Seymour

Recommending Charles H. Campbell for "appointment as Lieutenant" and requests that he be placed under Humphrey's own command as an Aide-de-camp.

GLC02462.12

to Marsena R. Patrick

Requests that Patrick provide passes for Mott's subordinate, John James Shaw, so that Shaw's father and friend can visit the army camp. Written at Headquarters 3rd Bridage, 2nd Division, 3rd Corps.

GLC02462.15

to unknown

Denies a request for a recommendation for promotion, stating he has not served with the recipient for long enough to recommend him. Parke had begun commanding the Department of Alexandria only one month earlier. Addressed to "General."

GLC02462.16

to Henry M. Benedict

Forwarding a communication he received from J. V. L. Pruyn that he did not understand, "in case of mistake." Written at Blair's Cross Roads.

GLC02462.17

to Leonard F. Ross

Informs Ross that he will be sending part of his forces on a "reconnoitering expedition" near Ross' forces, and requests that Ross provide additional infantry for this expedition. Written on board the Steamer "Prince Donna."

GLC02462.18

to Henry J. Hunt

Reports no vacancies of lieutenancies in brigade. There is one captain vacancy. Written from Headquarters.

GLC02462.19

to Lewis Wallace

Requesting that Wallace send him an engineering officer, to help him plan new defensive works. Endorsement on verso, stating that the request was received and referred to General Wright. Endorsement reads "By order. Maj. Genl Wallace. J.C. Kelton...

GLC02462.21

to A. T. Goodman

Thanks Goodman and "the members of your society" for their "flattering notice" in praise of Smith.

GLC02462.22

to A. T. Goodman

Steedman, a hero of Chickamauga, describes the battle, which he claims as a Union victory. The Union forces suffered heavy losses and were forced to retreat, but Steedman nonetheless claims a "brilliant victory" for the Union, considering the...

GLC02462.23

to W. L. Elliott

Sturgis is prepared to follow Elliot with his cavalry, but worries about a nearby Rebel force. Written at Blair's Cross Roads.

GLC02462.24

to Edward C. Mauran ,Adgent General of Rhode Island

Regarding the transfer of an officer, which Wheaton regrets.

GLC02462.25

to Charles Yates

Confirming that "Revd. Abram Platt has been duly appointed Chaplain of the 57th Regt. N.Y. Vols." Also signed by Edwin D. Morgan, with initials, in red pencil. Written on "Depot of Volunteers" stationary.

GLC02462.26

Union generals born in the midwest: 27 letters and documents [decimalized]

[decimalized 02463.01-02463.27]

GLC02463

to the Assistant Adjutant General of New York

Captain Brooks encloses a certificate issued by Surgeon McLaren (certificate not included) and asks for a leave of absence for medical purposes, so that he may be placed "in the hands of the highest medical skill that may be found in the Eastern...

GLC02463.01

to unknown

Carlin, Brigadier General of Volunteers, declares: "There is not money sufficient in the world to compensate a soldier for the dangers of one battle. Nothing but patriotism, honor and the force of military discipline will induce men to engage in...

GLC02463.02

to H. H. Heath

Copies a request, sent by telegraph from Lewis Baldwin Parsons, Colonel and Chief Quartermaster. Parsons asks that the "Colypse," possibly a boat, is ordered forward after arriving at Fort Leavenworth to call upon Major Chew at "St. Joe" (possibly...

GLC02463.03

to Henry Wager Halleck

General Gillmore writes to Halleck, Commander in Chief of the United States Army. Requests "two or three active and educated Brig. Generals, one of whom should date from before the middle of April 1862." General Cullum previously informed Gillmore...

GLC02463.05