Rodgers, John (1812-1882) to George B. McClellan
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02466.13 Author/Creator: Rodgers, John (1812-1882) Place Written: Hampton Roads, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 May 1863 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25 x 19.9 cm. Order a Copy
Written aboard the USS "Galena" by Commander Rodgers to Major General McClellan. Says he thinks the flag officer has written to McClellan. The flag officer does not like to answer official questions sent to an officer under his command. Reports that he cannot go out of signal distance from his vessel except under orders. Says he cannot make arrangements to leave, having no power on the premises. Says he must obey the orders of the flag officer. This John Rodgers is the son of War of 1812 naval officer John Rodgers (1772-1838). This letter is clearly dated 1863, but only makes sense if written in 1862.
This John Rodgers is the son of the War of 1812 naval officer John Rodgers (1772-1838).
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