D. Fergusson to Rvol L, Pt I, March 22, 1862

MAJOR: In compliance with the requirements of paragraph 467 of the Revised Regulations of the Army, I have the honor to report the following changes in the location of the troops under my command, viz: First. On the 16th instant Company E, First Cavalry California Volunteers, which arrived at Camp Carleton, near San Bernardino, from Camp Wright, left for this present camp and arrived here on the 17th instant, per instructions from district headquarters, dated the 14th instant. Second. Company D, First Cavalry California Volunteers, was transferred to Fort Yuma on the 18th instant, per instructions from district headquarters dated the 16th instant. Third. On the 20th instant the headquarters and Company B, First Cavalry California Volunteers, left Camp Carleton, near San Bernardino, Cal., and marched to this present camp, arriving here on the 21st instant, per instructions from district headquarters, dated the 14th instant. The tri-monthly return of this command of this date, and this day transmitted to you, is an exact return as required by the paragraph of regulations above quoted. This camp is situated on the right bank of the San Gabriel River, four miles northeast from El Monte, the nearest post-office, and which is distant thirteen miles from Los Angeles. Wood, water, and grass are abundant. Supplies of grain and fresh beef, the former at from 2 to 22 cents per pound, and the latter at $12 per head on the hoof, can be obtained as required. No other military resources. I am, sir,

very respectfully, your obedient servant,