OR Series 1, Vol. 51, Part 2, Page 376A

OR, Series 1, Vol. 51, Part 2, Page 376A

Richmond

November 13, 1861

General R. C. Gatlin

Goldsborough, N. C.

I beg to call your attention to the necessity of keeping a proper guard to protect your railroad bridges in your department.

J. P. Benjamin

Acting Secretary of War