Ing, John H., 1819-1901 to Edwin M. Stanton
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08406 Author/Creator: Ing, John H., 1819-1901 Place Written: Baltimore, Maryland Type: Printed document signed Date: 2 July 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 21.5 cm, Width: 15 cm Order a Copy
Ing, a Baltimore attorney, offers a plan to bring the Maryland militia into the service of the Union. Indicates that 5,000 volunteers and 10,000-15,000 "Home Guards" could be ready in 30-60 days. Also states that he suggested the same plan to Governor Thomas Hicks after the Battle of Bull Run. Asks for a personal interview and seeks to further serve the government.
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