Letter
R. F. Maury, October 11, 1863
HDQRS. EXPEDITION AGAINST THE SNAKE INDIANS,
October 11, 1863.
Camp No. 67, on Owyhee River, October 11, 1863. Sir: I have the honor to report that my command arrived here yesterday in tolerably fair condition. Since leaving Bruneau the feed for animals has been very scarce, in consequence of which our stock is considerably reduced. I found Captain Mason encamped here with his company, in charge of additional supplies received from Fort Boisé for my command. I shall remain here only days and again resume the march. Major Rinearson leaves here to-day to assume command of Fort Boisé. I have kept scouting parties out during the march from Bruneau River, but have succeeded in finding no Indians. i
Very respectfully, your obedient servant,
R. F. MAURY,
Colonel First Cavalry Oregon Volunteers, Commanding.
Colonel First Cavalry Oregon Volunteers, Commanding.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Charleston Harbor, S.C., 1861. Summary: Colonel R. F. Maury reports the arrival of his command at Owyhee River during the 1863 expedition against the Snake Indians, noting scarce animal feed, supply coordination, and lack of enemy contact.
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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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