A resolution passed by the Senate of West Virginia asking for more of a military presence within its borders. They ask that the 7th West Virginia be allowed to stay in West Virginia. And they also ask that Maj. Gen. Sigel or Maj. Gen. Milroy be...
A letter to Milroy from Governor Pierpoint (who later changed his name to Pierpont), acknowledging an earlier letter. Pierpoint wants Milroy to lead an expedition to break up Imboden's "thieving band." Pierpoint offers support for Milroy in the...
Military orders; Winchester, 2nd Battle of, Winchester, Va., 1863; Courts-martial and courts of inquiry
Special orders indicating a Court of Inquiry will convene to investigate the evacuation of Winchester and Martinsburg during the 2nd Battle of Winchester.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Jasper (Horse); Ambition; Murfreesboro, Battle of, Murfreesboro, Tenn., 1864; United States Military Academy
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, detailing the events leading up and through the battle of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He also relates his life's ambitions toward the end of the letter.
A copy of a telegram Schenck sent to Halleck, asking about rebel forces in Western Virginia. Schenck gives a listing of the number of men occupying each town.
Military promotions; Soldiers--Selection and appointment
A letter to Milroy letting him know that new regiments will be in need of a commander, and Thomas intends to move Milroy to one of these. Milroy's note is that the promise went unfulfilled.
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, telling her how he is spending his "idle" time out of the service. He also talks about the doings of a couple of acquaintances.
