HEADQUARTERS OF THE FORCES, June 24, 1861

Richmond, Va., June 24, 1861.

Colonel Myers, Chief Quartermaster, &c.:

General R. 8. Garnett, commanding the Army of the Northwest, in a letter of the 18th instant -respresents that his command is suffering much for want of blankets and tents, the nights being cold and there being much rain in the mountainous region where he now is. Will you inform me how many tents and blankets can be furnished? I wish them sent on Wednesday morning next, with several companies, who will leave then to join General Garnett’s command.

Very respectfally, R. E. LEE, General, Commanding.