Letters / Correspondence

Jefferson Davis & Robert E. Lee

151-200 of 233 letters
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151 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis The soap ration for this Army has become a serious question - Since leaving Orange C.H. the Commissary Lt Col. Cole has only been able to make three issues of three days rations each. The great... Aug. 9, 1864
152 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Mr. President: I beg leave to call your attention to the importance of immediate and vigorous measures to increase the strength of our armies, and to some suggestions as to the mode of doing it.... Sep. 2, 1864
153 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis In connection with the subject of bringing into the field all able bodied men, to which I recently called your Excellency's attention, I beg leave to submit a few additional considerations.The... Sep. 9, 1864
154 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Chief Commissary of this Army received notice yesterday from Richmond that there was no salt meat there to send him, but would forward preserved meat. He thinks he may get enough to last to-morrow.... Dec. 14, 1864
155 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Dispatch of today received. Beauregard and Hardee must judge of necessity of evacuating Savannah. If done troops can be saved, and by uniting all in direction of Branchville any column marching on... Dec. 19, 1864
156 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Genl. Bragg reports his inability to subsist troops and his District exhausted. Expects in one day to consume supply of meat.Can anything be done in the matter.R. E. Lee[Endorsed] Genl. R. E. Lee... Dec. 22, 1864
157 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I have received tonight the dispatch from Gen Hardee of the 8th inst: which you have done me the honor to forward. The dispositions made by Gen Hardee appear to me to be judicious, and as far as I... Jan. 10, 1865
158 Jefferson Davis Robert E. Lee The coordination that Butler’s division should return to you was understood by me to be part of the proposition, and will be distinctly stated. Young’s brigade will join the command as soon as it... Jan. 16, 1865
159 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis The loss of the port of Wilmington, cutting us off in a great measure, from access to the world by sea, renders it important in my judgment to extend and systematize the exchange of our cotton,... Jan. 18, 1865
160 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis [Telegram] Dated Hd. Qrs. Armies C. S. Feb. 24th. 1865. Recd. at Richmond 5 O'Clock P.M.To His Excellency Jefferson Davis President.Hampton reports from Chesterville yesterday evening no enemy... Jan. 24, 1865
161 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I beg leave to repeat the suggestion I made to you in Richmond with reference to the publication, of a stringent order requiring all cotton, tobacco & naval stores to be burned to prevent them... Jan. 28, 1865
162 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I do not know whether the law authorising the use of negro troops has received your sanction, but if it has, I respectfully recommend that measures be taken to carry it into effect as soon as... Mar. 10, 1865
163 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Genl. Johnston at 1.30 P.M. today telegraphs from Smithfield "Sherman's whole army being entrenched in my front morning of 10th. we did not attack, but held our position to cover removal... Mar. 23, 1865
164 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis My dispatch of yesterday to the Secretary of War will have informed you of the attack made upon a portion of the enemy's lines around Petersburg, and the result which attended it. I have been... Mar. 26, 1865
165 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Will enquire whether Genl. Morgan can be spared. Have notified Gov. Watts & requested him to name another suitable person if Genl. Morgan cant go.R. E. Lee[Endorsed] Genl. R. E. Lee 31 March/65. Mar. 31, 1865
166 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis [Telegram] Dated at Hd. Qrs April 1, 1865. Rec'd at Richmond 11 o'clock P.M.To His Excellency President DavisBrig Genl John E. Morgan can be spared for the purpose indicated by Gov. Watts... Apr. 1, 1865
167 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis The movement of Gen Grant to Dinwiddie C.H. seriously threatens our position, and diminishes our ability to maintain our present lines in front of Richmond and Petersburg In the first place, it... Apr. 1, 1865
168 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Your telegram recd. I think it will be necessary to retire tonight. I shall Camp the troops here north of the Appomattox. The Enemy is so strong that they will cross above us to Close us in between... Apr. 2, 1865
169 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Mr. President: It is with pain that I announce to Your Excellency the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia. The operations which preceded this result will be reported in full. I will... Apr. 12, 1865
170 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis 10 Received at Richmond May 15 1864 at 11 O’Clock 45 Minutes. By Telegraph from Spottsylvania C.H Via Guineas Station 15To His Ex. Prest. Davis.Yesterday afternoon the enemy assaulted a portion of... Jan. 1, 1970
171 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I am extremely grateful for your kind offer of your fine horse & feel most sensibly the consideration & thoughtfulness that prompted it. But I really do not require one at this time &... -
172 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis After much reflection I think if it was possible to reinforce Jackson strongly, it would change the character of the War. This can only be done by the troops in Georgia, S.C. & N.C. Jackson... -
173 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I had the honor to receive on my return to my quarters last evg your very kind letter of the 6 - In reference to Genl. R. H. Anderson & your conception of his qualifications I enclose a note... -
174 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I really do not know enough about Wm D. Smith to speak of his qualifications, or to say whether he would answer for the position - He must know but little of Coast defense. If Huger will answer... -
175 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I enclose for your information a letter from Genl Jackson. He seems to be of the opinion that he is too weak to encounter Pope & I fear Pope is too strong to be allowed to remain so near our... -
176 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I enclose a letter for your private perusal just recd from Genl Jackson. He seems to be in trouble about his Cavly Commander. The field of service will be too extended to be properly superintended... -
177 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis In communicating to Genl McClellan your instructions to me relative to alleged murders Committed, on our citizens by officers of the U.S. Army, in the cases of Wm B. Munford & Col: John Owen... -
178 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I have made all arrangements for the well being of the troops around Richmond. I have given instructions to Genl Smith, & Col: Gilmer in reference to the defences & have placed the former... -
179 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I think it certain that Genls Burnsides & King with their troops from Fredg have joined Genl Pope at Culpeper Ct House. Their numbers are variously estimated, reaching as high as 40,000.... -
180 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Recd at Richmond Aug at 9 o’clock. By Telegraph from Head Quarters Manassas Junction 9 o’clock P.M. 29 Via Rapidan 30To Presdt DavisSo far this Army has steadily advanced and repulsed the frequent... -
181 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Allow me to congratulate you & the country upon your safe return to Richmond. I trust your health has been invigorated, & that you have enjoyed great satisfaction as well as comfort from... -
182 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Before selecting a camp of refreshment for Genl Hamptons brigade, Genl Stuart was directed to cause an examination to be made to ascertain where forage could be procured. The object was to place it... -
183 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I have conversed with Col Lee in reference to the proposed organization of the Arty for this Army. I have considered the subject well & it is the best plan I can submit. I had hoped to have... -
184 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I have recd your despatch of yesterday & will comply with your instructions as soon as possible. The Storm of yesterday which is still raging, will so much augment the difficulties of... -
185 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Upon an examination of the Senate bill presented by Genl Sparrow for the organization of the staff of the army, I think some changes might be made to advantage. These will readily occur to you... -
186 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Since my letter of the 10th inst. I in which I stated that I would assign General Gordon to the command of Rodes’ old Brigade, I have received the enclosed petition of all the commissioned officers... -
187 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I have had the honour to receive your letter of the 26 Inst: & regret that I should not have been more explicit in my former communication - I think Genl Pender deserves promotion on account of... -
188 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis God has again crowned the valor of our troops with success. Early’s division stormed the Enemys entrenchments at Winchester capturing their artillery &c.R. E. Lee Genl.[Endorsed] 23/92 TT. Genl... -
189 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Received at Richmond July 1863 By Telegraph from Near Hagerstown via Martinsburg 10th.To His Excellency Jeffn. DavisYour telegram of July 9th. has been received. I thank you for the troops sent. My... -
190 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Your note of the 27th enclosing a slip from the Charleston Mercury relative to the battle of Gettysburg is recd - I much regret its general censure upon the operations of the army, as it is... -
191 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I think Genl Sam Jones can move forward on that line - I will send to the Adjt. Genl to see if he has any dispatches & will come & see you this afternoon.Very respectfullyR. E. Lee -
192 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I know of no Georgia Brigr to take command of the Cavy organized by Genl Cobb except Genl Iverson - I can spare him, but shall have to get a Brigadier to command the Louisiana Brigade, formerly... -
193 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis The enemy is crossing at Morton’s ford in large force of infantry. The country is so wooded it is difficult to ascertain his strength or intentions. If Rodes is not wanted where he is I want him... -
194 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I heard some days since that several men of this army mostly Louisianians that were in or passed through Richmond, were joining Genl Morgans Command. I wrote to the Secy. of War on the subject... -
195 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I very much regret that you should be required to investigate complaints from members of this army. The one from Col: O’Neal 26th Alaba - has been presented to me several times, & I think this... -
196 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I would beg to call your Excellency’s attention to the following cases, in which sentences of death have been passed and in which I, having suspended the execution of the sentences, have forwarded... -
197 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis I have read the letter of Lt. Col H. D. Capers which you did me the honour to transmit to me. The object of the writer is no doubt praiseworthy, but I do not think it would be well to attempt at... -
198 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Should the enemy remain quiet this week and the weather good, will it be convenient for you to visit this army.(signed) R. E. Lee Genl[Endorsed] Genl R E Lee Orange C.H. April 24 1864 Telegram in... -
199 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis The advance of the Army of the Potomac seems to be delayed for some reason. It appears to be prepared for movement but is probably waiting for its cooperative columns. The signal officer on... -
200 Robert E. Lee Jefferson Davis Telegram Cypher. Recd at Richmond May 18 at 10 o'clock 15 min. Spottsylvania C.H. May 18 [1864], via GuineasTo His Ex. Presdt. DavisIf the changed circumstances as around Richmond will permit,... -