Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 to E. A. Collins
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00705 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Ironton, Missouri Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 17, 1861 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 22 x 14 cm. Order a Copy
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. Also states "The papers no doubt have informed you that my command has been hemed in here by overwhelming numbers! The Rebels have been close to us with numbers much larger than ours but so far they have considered prudence the better part of valor. It is to late for them now. I am reinforced to about thribble my former strength and more are coming." Also thanks Collins for writing him.
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