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Admiral David D. Porter, The Naval History of the Civil War. 11 1 Browse Search
Rebellion Record: a Diary of American Events: Documents and Narratives, Volume 10. (ed. Frank Moore) 10 2 Browse Search
Rebellion Record: a Diary of American Events: Documents and Narratives, Volume 8. (ed. Frank Moore) 7 3 Browse Search
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of nearly all the detachment landed at Smithfield by General Graham. The reports of Acting Ensign Birtwistle and Acting Master's Mate Jarvis--who, after the wounding of Acting Master Pierson, had at Smithfield, said to be in a critical position. I herewith inclose the reports of Acting Ensign Birtwistle and Acting Master's Mate Jarvis, officers of the launches, of the part taken by them ininnesota. Acting Rear-Admiral S. P. Lee, Commanding N. A. B. Squadron. Report of Acting Ensign James Birtwistle. United States steamer Minnesota, off Newport news, February 1, 1864. sir: Id outflanked us on the beach, we could not have returned. I am, sir, very respectfully, James Birtwistle, Acting Ensign. Lieutenant Commander J. H. Upshur, Commanding U. S. Steamer Minnesota. to the launch. We cast off and proceeded nearer the town. Mr. Pierson then gave orders to Mr. Birtwistle to look out for his launch, for he should give him no more orders. Mr. Pierson said he woul