Letter

Henry W. Halleck to J. C. Kelton, February 26, 1863

HEADQUARTERS OF THE ARMY,

February 26, 1863.

The pontoon boats, &c., referred to in this communication will be turned over to Captain Hine’s orders for transportation to the Army of the Potomac. The Quartermaster’s Department will furnish the neceson transportation to Captain Hine, and one assistant to carry out this order.

By command of Major-General Halleck :

J. C. KELTON,
Assistant Adjutant-General.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in N. Virginia, W. Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Pt. 1. Summary: Major-General Halleck directs the transfer of pontoon boats to Captain Hine for transport to the Army of the Potomac, with the Quartermaster's Department providing necessary transportation and assistance.
Sources
The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 25, Part 1 View original source ↗