Joseph R. West to E. E. Eyre, April 7, 1862

Lieut. Col. E. E. EYRE, First California Volunteer Cavalry, Camp Wright : On the 9th instant you will march with your command, eight wagons and one portable forge, from this post, and if possible overtake me at

Vallecito on the evening of the 10th instant. Take with you eight days’ rations and eight days’ forage for your animals. Should you lack full transportation for the latter, draw the deficiency at Carriso Creek when you reach that depot. I am, sir,

your obedient servant,