Letter
R. C. Drum to H. M. Black, June 20, 1864
HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE PACIFIC,
San Francisco, June 20, 1864.
Sixth Infantry California Vols., Comdg. Dist. of Humboldt:
SIR: The commanding general has perused with much satisfaction
the report of Captain Miller of operations against the Indians in the District of Humboldt, and desires me to say that the zeal and bravery of the officers and men composing the captain’s command, particularly the conduct of Sergeant Wilson and his detachment, is worthy of all praise. Let all emulate the activity and spirit of these brave men and the Indian troubles in the District of Humboldt will soon be brought to a close.
Very respectfully, your obedient servant,
R. C. DRUM,
Assistant Adjutant-General.
Assistant Adjutant-General.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Charleston Harbor, S.C., 1861. Location: San Francisco. Summary: R. C. Drum commends Captain Miller's successful military operations and the bravery of Sergeant Wilson's detachment against Native Americans in Humboldt District during 1864.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 1
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