Letter
R. S. Rodgers to Burleigh, May 12, 1864
MARTINSBURG
MARTINSBURG, May 12, 1864.
Captain BURLEIGH, Assistant Adjutant-General : I have no further reason to think there is any force near us. Part of the men mentioned in my telegram turned out to be our own cayalry from Kearneysville, searching for arms and out of uniform. I still think there may be some of Mosby’s men about. My cavalry has not yet returned ; will report when they do. Shall be glad to have the re-enforcements, but the general need not be anxious. I have barricades at all streets not absolutely necessary.
R. S. RODGERS,
Colonel, Commanding.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, Pt. 1. Location: MARTINSBURG. Summary: Colonel Rodgers informs Assistant Adjutant-General Burleigh that no enemy forces are nearby, suspects Mosby's men may be present, and requests reinforcements while maintaining defensive barricades.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 37, Part 1
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