John H. Brown to Richard Yates

Fort Holt Kentucky

January 8th 1862

Hon Richard Yates

Gov of Illinois

Dear Sir

Major Charles J Sellon having resigned his command as Major of the 28th Regiment of Illinois Volunteers to take effect on this date I would respectfully ask an appointment to fill the vacancy.

For qualifications and ability to discharge the duties of Major I wish to refer you to Major Chas J Sellon

Very Respectfully

Your Obedient Servant

John H Y Browne

Capt Co. C. 28th Reg Ill Vols

Capt John H Brown

Application for Major of 28th.

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