Order
J. Bates to Fourth Regiment Texas Volunteers, November 13, 1861
Velasco, Tex., November 13, 1861.
General HÃBERT:
I have not ordered another eompany to San Luis Fort, and the reason of the delay is I have not been able to place at the disposal of the troops that I may station there any safe mode of retreat, should it become necessary to do so. I have it in contemplation to place a small steamer there in a very few days, which will enable me to afford all necessary means to the troops in case a retreat should become necessary. This is a matter of much importance to Galveston, as well as the county of Brazoria, and you may rely upon my constant efforts until I shall have two companies on the island ready for active service. pi
Very respectfully,
Colonel Fourth Regiment Texas Volunteers.
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Editor's Notes
From: Operations in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, 1861. Location: Velasco, Tex.. Summary: Colonel J. Bates informs General Hébert of delaying troop deployment to San Luis Fort until securing a reliable retreat method, planning to use a steamer to support two companies for Galveston defense.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 4
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