H. Wallace Benson to Richard Yates

Woodstock Apl 17th 1863

Gov Yates

Dear Sir

I wish to return to the army. I was wounded at the battle of Stone River and discharged even before I had asked to be.

I carry two Secesh balls in my left hip but shall be able to take the field again if mounted. I can produce recommendations from competent officers acquainted with me that I am worthy and competent for a field officer. I have been in the thickest of three of the great battles of the day. Pea Ridge Perryville and Stone River and our old regiment (the 36th Ills) remains a wreck; its brave boys ly upon each of the above mentioned battlefields.

Should there be an opportunity to serve my Country in this or any

other capacity I am as ready as I was nearly two years since and should such a chanc offer I should be happy to furnish any recommendations desired until then I remain yours &c Wallace Benson

Woodstock

West Henry Co

Illinois

Wallace Benson

Woodstock April 17th 1863.

Wishes to be appointed to some field Officer in the service says he carries two Secesh balls, in his hip, and hopes the Governor will remember him when an opportunity is offered.

Recd Ex O. April 20th 1863.