Letter
C. Goddard to GrorGE H. THoMas, August 14, 1863
HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND,
Winchester, August 14, 1863.
Maj. Gen. GrorGE H. THoMas, Commanding Fourteenth Corps:
GENERAL: The general commanding directs me to inquire if you are ready to move with your command, and how many days’ rations and forage you have now on hand. He further directs that preparatory to moving you provide for your sick, and see that they are supplied with rations, hospital stores, &c.
I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient
servant,
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Kentucky, Southwest Virginia, Tennessee, Mississippi, North Alabama, West Georgia, Pt. 1. Location: Winchester. Summary: C. Goddard informs Major General George H. Thomas to confirm readiness for movement, current rations and forage, and to ensure proper care and supplies for sick soldiers before advancing.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 30, Part 1
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