Richmond       Feb 13^th /65

 

Genl.

                        I received a letter from Genl Jackson this evening in which he states that [?] has assumed command of the 37^th [?] has ordered it to Grayson and states that it is detached from my command. Col Dunn is under [?] charges and I have ordered him to Staunton for trial. You know the character of this officer, and the object he has in view. I wish you would write to Genl Lee on the subject if you think proper and protest against this order. I have ordered the 37^th to Alleganhey Cty.

 

            Rosser states that Jackson's Brigade has been ordered to report to him to form a part of his division. This is my best brigade and I hope if I am to lose a portion of my command, that I be allowed to select the brigade. I enclose letters from Jackson & Claiborn.

 

Please communicate with me at Harrison Junction that I may take steps to protect myself If my command is to be broken up without consulting me I had better learn it. As soon as I get can I will see Genl Lee on this subject 

 

I feel confident that it is not your wish to deprive me of my command.

 

I do not believe it will be in the interests of the service to take Jacksons Brigade and the 37^th from my Division

 

Very Respy

Your Obt Servt

 [?]

Maj Genl

 

to Gen Early

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