Letter from Alfred L. Rives to George W. Randolph, 1862

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Written from Richmond, Virginia. Letter commends William D. Stuart, with an endorsement specifically about his gallantry at the Battle of Bethel, Virginia.

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English.

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Confederate States of America

Genl. G. W. Randolph

Sir,

In these days of uncertain tenure of office, your endorsement of the substance of this letter would probably be of great service to him, especially as his standing on the Peninsula and conduct in the Battle of Bethel are personally known to you.

With great respect, your obedient servant,

War Department

I take great pleasure in bearing the testimony to the gallantry and conduct of Col. Stuart at the Battle of Bethel of which I was an eye witness, and to his efficiency as an officer and his deportment as a gentleman. He is an educated soldier and I should be sorry for the Country to lose his services.

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United States—History—Civil War, 1861-1865—Personal narratives—Confederate
Correspondence

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