OR, Series 1, Vol. 15, Page 777

Tangipahoa, La.
July 13, 1862
 
General Van Dorn
Vicksburg, Miss.
 
   Recommend movement against New Orleans by railroad when the other movement takes place. Major Ranney {President, New Orleans, Jackson & Great Northern RR} will repair bridges. The enemy has 9,000 troops there; demoralized. Answer.
Daniel Ruggles, Brigadier General

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