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Regiment: 15th Michigan Infantry
Battles Mentioned:
Historical Figures: John M. Oliver
Head Qrs. 6” Division
Oct 3 1862
Col-
If attacked you will retire
slowly, and give us timely notice.
Give Bouck notice if possible
Get arms “Cane Creek” if you can. Keep
your pickets well advanced so as to give
you ample time. By direction of the Gen’l
Very Respectfully
From Obt Svt
Wm Clark
Col JM Oliver
AAGenl
Comd’g 2 Brig
6th Div