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Augusta County: John Avis to Kenton Harper, June 18, 1861

Summary:
Captain John Avis writes to Colonel Kenton Harper requesting Harper's advice on troop placement and his aide in procuring Minnie Rifles.

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June 18th 1861

Head Quarters Company K
Winchester

Colonel Harper
Sir

I have not succeeded in getting the Minnie Rifles yet. I have another plan on foot now It is to have the Enclosed Requisition Signed by Yourself and Colonel Jackson. Will you be kind Enough to do the best you can for me as I am very anxious to be prepared to do Service Learn from Colonel Jackson if you please if it is necessary to keep those men of my company who are guarding the Winchester and Potomac Rail Road and [unclear: Opequon] Bridges any Longer on that Service.

Very Respectfully

John Avis
Captain 5th Infantry