Burbridge, Stephen G. (Stephen Gano) (1831-1894) to James S. Brisbin
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01504.02.13 Author/Creator: Burbridge, Stephen G. (Stephen Gano) (1831-1894) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Typed letter Date: 25 April 1866 Pagination: 2 p. ; 26.2 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Typed and signed as a true copy by Albert L. Mills as First Lieutenant and Adjutant First Cavalry. Major General Burbridge wishes to aid Brisbin in preserving his reputation following recent slander. Recounts Brisbin's meritorious service as Burbridge's Chief of Staff and as "Superintendent of Organization of Colored Troops of Kentucky, at a time when it was especially unpopular there to enlist colored men or induce any other troops for the Union service." Refers to Brisbin's successful recruitment of 25,000 African American soldiers. Praises Brisbin's courage and excellent judgment in the battle of Saltville, Virginia. These typewritten copies date to circa 1887-1891 based on Mill's rank and assignment at the time.
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