Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Samuel W. Melton” in chapter 1.1 of Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 9.:
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Headquarters, 3d March, 1864.
I think it due to General Barton that a court of inquiry be granted him. R. E. Lee, General.
Respectfully submitted to the adjutant and inspector-general. Samuel W. Melton , Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. Organization Office, March 8, 1864.
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