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Whiting, Jasper S., fl. 1861-1862 to Paul J. Semmes

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00572.35.06 Author/Creator: Whiting, Jasper S., fl. 1861-1862 Place Written: Virginia Type: Letter signed Date: February 11, 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 25.2 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Major and Assistant Adjutant General Whiting replies to a report Semmes filed noting deficiencies in supplies for his command. He informs Semmes that he should do whatever is necessary to obtain the necessary supplies. He advises that brigade commanders are responsible for the condition of their troops. Letter written from Headquarters, 1st Division A.P.

Semmes, Paul Jones, 1815-1863
Whiting, Jasper S., fl. 1861-1862

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