23 February 1865
Burbridge, Stephen G. (Stephen Gano) (1831-1894)
Typed letter
Title: to the Adjutant General
Typed and signed as a true copy by Albert L. Mills as First Lieutenant and Adjutant First Cavalry. Excerpt from a letter from General Burbridge, who praises Brevet Brigadier General James S. Brisbin's recruitment of African American troops in Kentucky and his service as Burbridge's Chief of Staff. Recommends Brisbin's promotion to the rank of full Brigadier General. Written from Headquarters, Department of Kentucky. These typewritten copies date to circa 1887-1891 based on Mill's rank and assignment at the time.
GLC01504.02.02