A letter to members of the Senate and House from Edward DeReu requesting that competent instructors be appointed to teach soldiers bayonet fencing, so they are more confident in battle.
A draft of a letter sent to Adjutant General's office, summarizing Milroy's military career and asking for reinstatement of duties. Accompanying this letter is a letter from Major Gordon, also outlining his military efforts during the war.
Communications, Military; Telegraph lines; United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Destruction and pillage; Shenandoah Valley Campaign, 1862
Kelley instructs Milroy to keep a tight control over his troops, to prevent looting and destruction of property. He also asks that Milroy repair the telegraph line between Petersburg and Romney, West Virginia.
Shenandoah Valley Campaign, 1862; Communications, Military
The first page is from Milroy to Kelley, stating his thoughts on the whereabouts of Stonewall Jackson, and Milroy's movements as a consequence. The second page is from Milroy to Kelley, complaining of his impatience, and speculating on the...
Communications, Military; Shenandoah Valley Campaign, 1862
Kelley is recommending that Milroy protect Petersburg and Moorefield if he can, but to stay with the bulk of his forces at New Creek until further notice.
Communications, Military; Telegrams; Shenandoah Valley Campaign, 1862; Strategy
An incomplete telegram to Milroy, possibly from B. F. Kelley. The sender of the telegram relates the state of Imboden's troops. He also expresses his opinion as to the movement of Milroy's troops.
