The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VII (Chap. 2.128) lyrics
by Abraham Lincoln
Telegram From General Halleck To General Wallace.
Washington, July 9, 1864. 11.57 P.M.
MAJOR-GENERAL L. WALLACE, Commanding Middle Department:
I am directed by the President to say that you will rally your forces and make every possible effort to retard the enemy's march on Baltimore.
H. W. HALLECK, Major-General and Chief of Staff.