A letter to Milroy, thanking him for sending home the sick soldiers, just in time to vote for Colfax in the election. Colfax is worn out after all his speaking engagements for the election.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; United States Military Academy
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, letting her know that he cannot think of coming home if there is a chance he might get an active duty position. He goes on to tell of his opinions toward Halleck and his actions during the war.
According to Milroy's note on the back, this is a draft of a letter sent to the 3rd Virginia Volunteer Regiment, praising them for their support and bravery.
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.
African American domestics--Indiana; Jasper (Horse); Milroy family--Correspondence; Letters; Swearing
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing of the Thanksgiving sermon at church about profanity in the military. She urges her husband to abstain from its use. She also talks about family, the farm, and the possibility of using former slaves as...
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, discussing various family and friends. Milroy writes of wanting to come home for a visit but feels duty bound to stay in Virginia. He also tells of getting people to take the oath of allegiance.
A letter from Schuyler Colfax (a member of Congress) to Milroy. Colfax tells Milroy that he passed Milroy's name on to John Fremont, who will soon be taking over the Virginia campaign. Milroy did not want to be under the command of someone his...
