William C. Holbrook to Frederick Holbrook
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His Excellency
Gov. Holbrook
BrattleboroVermont
In Camp Metarie RidgeNear Carrollton La.August 27th 1862Dear Father
Your letter of the 10th I rec. last night I wrote a reply last night, but owing
to changes that have occured today, I will not send that letter. Col. Fullam has
resigned & his resignation is accepted. consequently I am in command of the
regt. Gen. Butler approves of my being made Col. of this regt. I would recommend
Capt Peck to be made Lt. Col. as to Major I will wait
a day or two
until I can find out the felling of the officers it will be safe enough to make
Capt. Peck Lt. Col. it will be a popular move. I will send recommendations for
other vacancies tomorrow or next day. I write this in great haste as it goes
tomorrow morning. I am very busy settling affairs in the regt.
Much love to all at home
Your Aff SonW C Holbrook