Frederick Townsend was a Union officer in the American Civil War. He founded and was Colonel of the 3rd New York Infantry Regiment, and later served with the US Army's 18th and 9th Infantry regiments, where he was brevetted a brigadier general. Townsend served three terms as Adjutant General of New York from 1857 to 1861, and again in 1880.
Gen. Townsend to Mr Stanton War Department, Adjutant General’s Office, Washington, August 20, 1864. Sir: In reply to the letter of the honorable William H. Seward of the 2d instant,…
Mr. Townsend to Mr. Seward War Department, Adjutant General’s Office, Washington, October 4, 1864. Sir: I am directed by the Secretary of War to transmit to you the enclosed documents…
General Townsend to Mr. Seward War Department Adjutant Generals Office, Washington, December 12, 1864. Sir: By direction of the Secretary of War, I have the honor to forward herewith copies…