Letter
L. A. Sheldon to Respectfully returned, September 3, 1864
Morganza, La.
Morganza, La., September 3, 1864.
ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, SECOND Div., 19TH ARMY CORPS: CAPTAIN: This morning I received orders from Brigadier-General McGinnis, commanding Third Division, to embark three regiments of my command for the purpose of taking part in an impending expedition, and to report to Brigadier-General Dennis. So far as my command is concerned, it will soon be ready to move, but some cavalry are to go in my boats, and they seem not to be ready. Ihave been unable to find the commanding officer for the last two hours, and cannot push forward the loading of his things. My headquarters are on the transport Ohio Belle. I await the pleasure of the general.
I have the honor to be, your obedient servant,
L. A. SHELDON,
Colonel, Commanding.
[First indorsement.]
Hpers. SECOND DIVISION, NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS,
Colonel, Commanding.
[First indorsement.]
Hpers. SECOND DIVISION, NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS,
Steamer Laurel Hill, September 3, 1864.
Respectfully returned.
Not having received any orders in regard to your command accompanying the expedition, I have no orders to give in the matter. Perhaps it would be well to mention the matter to General Lawler.
Respectfully, your obedient servant,
Respectfully returned.
Not having received any orders in regard to your command accompanying the expedition, I have no orders to give in the matter. Perhaps it would be well to mention the matter to General Lawler.
Respectfully, your obedient servant,
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Indian Territory, Pt. 1. Location: Morganza, La.. Summary: Colonel L. A. Sheldon reports readiness to embark three regiments for an expedition under Brigadier-General Dennis but faces delays due to unprepared cavalry and seeks further orders.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 41, Part 1
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