The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI (Chap. 1.29) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram To General G. B. Mcclellan.
Washington, May 26, 1862. 12.40
MAJOR-GENERAL McCLELLAN:
We have General Banks's official report. He has saved his army and baggage, and has made a safe retreat to the river, and is probably safe at Williamsport. He reports the attacking force at 15,000.
A. LINCOLN, President.