4 May 1864
Stone, Charles Pomeroy, 1824-1887
Autograph letter signed
Title: to my dear Tucker
Reports arriving in Cairo by steamer two days before. Discusses his reputation in the aftermath of the ill-fated Red River Campaign, during which he served as commanding General Nathaniel P. Banks's Chief of Staff. Mentions travelling with Thomas Edward Greenfield Ransom, who was severely injured during the campaign in the Battle of Sabine Cross Roads. Relates that Ransom's recovery is remarkable. Writes "This Cairo is rather a miserable uncomfortable place... The order reducing me to Colonel met me here. It is rather rough to come back after three years since to point where I started in…
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