Blanchard, Albert Gallatin (1810-1891) [Order No. 2 containing instructions for Colonel Blanchard's command]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05005 Author/Creator: Blanchard, Albert Gallatin (1810-1891) Place Written: Portsmouth, Virginia Type: Document signed Date: 20 May 1861 Pagination: 2 p. ; 24.7 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy
Colonel Blanchard assumes command of troops in the district south and west of the Elizabeth River. Includes appointment of Blanchard's quartermaster, instructions for submitting morning reports, and other rules pertaining to his command. Instructs commanders to make sure no ammunition is wasted.
Blanchard became a Confederate Brigadier General in September 1861.
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