Letter

W. H. Woodman to H. A. Allen, January 21, 1865

HEADQUARTERS FORT WARREN,

Maj. H. A. ALLEN, Commanding Fort Warren:

Sir: I have the honor to submit the following inspection report of the condition of the prisoners of war at this station for the week ending Saturday, January 21, 1865:

Conduct—orderly. Cleanliness—satisfactory. Clothing—in as good order as the limited allowance will permit. Bedding—in good order. State of quarters—neat and well policed. State of mess-houses—neat and clean. State of kitchen—neat and clean. Food, quality of—good. Food, quantity of—the full allowance. Water—good. Sinks—in good order. Police of grounds—once every day. Drainage—excellent. Police of hospital—no special hospital for prisoners. Attendance of sick—regular. Hospital diet—as ordered by the surgeon. General health of prisoners—good. Vigilance of guard—satisfactory.

Very respectfully, your obedient servant,

W. H. WOODMAN,
Lieut., First Batt. Mass. Vol. Arty., and Inspecting Officer.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Indian Territory, 1861–62. Location: Boston Harbor. Summary: W. H. Woodman reports to Maj. H. A. Allen that the prisoners of war at Fort Warren are in good health, well-maintained, and properly supplied during the week ending January 21, 1865.
Sources
The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 8 View original source ↗