Richard Yates to Abraham Lincoln

Dec. 6, [186]2.

To the President.

Washington, D.C.

Sir:

Col. A. C. Harding, of the 83d Regt. of Illinois Volunteers, is an officer every way fitted for the position of Brigadier General. No man in the service could better discharge its duties. He is immiently practical, a brave officer, and an energetic man generally. In fact he is just the man for the position. His appintment would do credit to you, to the service,

and to our State.

I trust you will give this subject your earliest attention, and oblige

Your most obedient servant,

Richd Yates

Governor