Head-Quarters, Post of Bolivar, Generals Orders No. 12
The collection contains a three page letter, dated April 16, 1863, written by General Mason Brayman, during the Civil War. The letter is in regards to General Brayman's orders against spies and guerrillas in West Tennessee. "All entering the lines must report to Provost Marshall, all trading permits are revoked, all persons not in the service of the U.S. wearing any part of the uniform, will be treated as spies and guerrillas..."
Dates
- 1863 April 16
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Abstract
The collection contains a three page letter, dated April 16, 1863, written by General Mason Brayman, during the Civil War. The letter is in regards to General Brayman's orders against spies and guerrillas in West Tennessee. "All entering the lines must report to Provost Marshall, all trading permits are revoked, all persons not in the service of the U.S. wearing any part of the uniform, will be treated as spies and guerrillas..."
Biographical/Historical Note
General Mason Brayman (1813-1895), was in command of the Illinois Volunteers. Brayman was an attorney, before his military service begun. He was also a military officer and the sixth Governor of the Idaho Territory.
The letter is dated April 16, 1863, and regards General Brayman's orders against spies and guerrillas in West Tennessee. "All entering the lines must report to Provost Marshall, all trading permits are revoked, all persons not in the service of the U.S. wearing any part of the uniform, will be treated as spies and guerrillas..."
Arrangement
This collection consists of one folder.
Acquisition Note
This collection was purchased by Special Collections in February 2012.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository