Hill, Daniel H., 1821-1889 to Henry A. Wise
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05010 Author/Creator: Hill, Daniel H., 1821-1889 Place Written: Seven Pines, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 May 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 22.9 x 14 cm. Order a Copy
Says his position is critical, with the enemy only "a few hundred yards" away, and he will need reinforcements, "three full Brigades." Wonders if he will receive them since General Johnston's "attention is now entirely to the left." Written at 8:15 PM just two days before the battle of Seven Pines began in full. Minor skirmishes, which Hill was involved in, had already begun. The battle of Seven Pines would be the closest Union troops got to Richmond before 1865. Robert E. Lee assumed command when Joseph Johnston was wounded during this battle. Wise dockets and signs the back upon receipt.
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