Title
John A. McClernand to Richard Yates
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1863-05-29
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
506806
Transcription
Private
Head Quarters 13th Army Corps
Battle Field near Vicksburg Miss
May 29th, 1863
Govr
Herewith you will find a letter giving an account of matters.
I am disgusted with the petty meanness which has penetrated the army.
Publish the enclosed letter as a private and unofficial communication respecting historical facts of public concern and oblige me and others.
Let the publication be immediately made.
Your friend & obt sevt
John A MClernand
Gov. Yates
(R)
McClernand John A
Major Genl Comdg 13th A C.
Near Vicksburgh May 29 63.
Encloses a letter giving an account of matters which he wishes published as a private and unofficial communication, says he is disgusted with the petty meanness which has penetrated the army.
Recd Ex O. June 8th 1863.
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
2