Title
Richard Yates to Thomas Murphy
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1864-02-11
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
513369
Transcription
744
February 11th 4.
Thomas Murphy
Co J 3rd Regt Ills. Vols.
In Vicksburg Miss.
Gov:
Your letter of 1st Inst to Lieut Col. Oakes he has referred to me for reply. This provided by General Order 305 War Dep't 1863 that veterans reenlisting must remain on the Companies and regiments where they now are.
I regret that this regulation will prevent you from entering an arm of the service more suited to your inclinations. As your present term of service is drawing to a close you can gratify your lusts by reenlisting hereafter in Cavalry or Artillery
Very Respectfully
Richd. Yates
Governor
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
1