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June 9, 1812
Duncan, John, fl. 1812
to Moody Bedel
Duncan relays news of his appointment to ensign of infantry and his changed orders to report to Colonel Bedel's command. Written during the War of 1812.
GLC01450.721.04
June 24, 1813
Langdon, John, 1741-1819
to Isaac Hull Butler
Deputy Commissary Langdon indicates that he will forward clothing to Captain Butler. Written during the War of 1812.
GLC01450.721.06
June 12, 1815
Babcock, Hampton Champlin, 1792-1849
Lieutenant Babcock informs Bedel that he has men from the 11th Infantry under his command who need to be paid. Lists five such men. A signed note by Bedel on the bottom requests that another officer peruse the list. Written shortly after the War...
GLC01450.721.07
March 13, 1815
Wilson, N., fl. 1815
Seeks discharge documents necessary to carry out General Alexander Macomb's order to transfer a soldier named Daniel Dolloff from the 11th infantry regiment to the 34th infantry regiment.
GLC01450.721.09
March 23, 1815
Bedel, Hazel, fl. 1812-1821
Writes to his brother to report problems with soldiers' pay shortly after the end of the War of 1812. Mentions rumors about military appointments, President Madison's plan to maintain an army of 25,000, and a potential assignment for their squadron...
GLC01450.721.10
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