Horatio G. Wright to Louis H. Pelouze, April 2, 1862

Capt. Louis H. PELOUZE, ee Asst. Adjt. Genl., Hdqrs. E. 0O., Hilton Head, 8. O.: APTAIN: Since the date of my last report I have used every effort to ascertain, through individuals coming in, the strength and posh of the enemy’s forces in this vicinity, and after sifting and comparing the information obtained I am pretty well satisfied that the estimate then presented is not far from the truth. I would, however, state that instead of First and Second Regiments of Florida troops being returned to the State, two Georgia regiments are to be sent here in their place, and that General Anderson, who has been at Pensacola under Bragg, is to command the rebel forces in East Florida. I trust the commanding general may. be able to send the re-enforcements I asked for, and if a few cavalry could be added it would leave nothing to be wished for.

Very respectfully, your obedient servant,