NA, DTM 8/1/1863

Hd Qrs Dept. Trans. Miss
Shreveport La Aug 1st 1863
 
Capt. W. W. Barrett
Post Qr. Master
Shreveport, La.
 
Captain,
  You are directed to send a light draught boat, under charge of an officer, to Alexandria, for the purpose of bringing up all the Rail road {Red River RR} or other Iron to be had there.
  Direct the officer to consult with Major Rhett, Chief of Ordnance, before setting out.
By command of
Lieut Genl Smith
W R Briggs
Brig Genl & Chf of Staff

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