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January 15, 1861

Waters, H. H., fl. 1861

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Paul J. Semmes

Marked "Private" at top. Waters, Secretary to Governor Joseph Brown of Georgia, informs Semmes that a brigade he formed, "First Brigade, First Division, Southern Guard," does not comply with the Act of December 18, 1860 or General Orders No. 2 and therefore cannot be recognized. Advises him to refer to the enclosed orders (not present) for further information on organizing a brigade of 10,000 men. Written on printed Executive Department stationery.

GLC00572.25

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