Letter
Unknown to Fitz J. Porter, June 28, 1861
HEADQUARTERS FIFTH BRIGADE,
Camp Newton, Md., June 28, 1861.
DEAR Sire: Iam this moment reliably informed that the enemy are preparing to cross the river at Harper’s Ferry. They moved a force from the Ferry this morning (3 a. m.) towards Shepherdstown. This force was replaced about 9 o’clock a.m. They were engaged during the morning loading some army stores at the railroad. The second messenger informed me as above.
I have the honor to be, sir, your obedient servant,
JAMES 8S. NEGLEY,
Brigadier-General, Commanding.
I have sent a squad of dragoons to Harper's Ferry for further information.
{Indorsement.]
Brigadier-General, Commanding.
I have sent a squad of dragoons to Harper's Ferry for further information.
{Indorsement.]
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, 1861. Location: Camp Newton, Md..
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 2
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