Civil War: Military communications/correspondence received (Executive Department), 1860-1866 [Digitization of this series is ongoing]

Official communications received from national, state & local agencies & offices, military units or individuals concerning Rhode Island forces & personnel engaged during the Civil War. Includes correspondence, notifications or directives of the president, War Department, United States Department of State, telegrams, orders received copies of correspondence & orders issued, requests / recommendations concerning commissions, appointments & promotions, letters of resignation, statements concerning transfers & discharges, inquiries relating to sick & wounded soldiers, etc.
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Lawton, Edward W., Nov. 26, 1863

Rhode Island State Archives

Recommends Dr. Albert Potter for appointment as Surgeon With accompanying request of son C. E. Lawton, Fort Stevenson, New Berne, NC, Nov. 21; Expresses gratitude for recommendation of Dr. Potter & invitation to Camp Bailey Newp. RI