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ties as he may deem necessary for getting to sea as soon as possible. He will select the officers to accompany him. Abraham Lincoln. Recommended. William H. Seward. Executive Mansion, April 1, 1861. Lieutenant D. D. Porter, United States Navy: sir: You will proceed to New-York, and with the least possible delay, assuming command of any naval steamer available, proceed to Pensacola harbor, and at any cost or risk prevent any expedition from the main land reaching Fort Pickens or Santa Rosa Island. You will exhibit this order to any naval officer at Pensacola, if you deem it necessary, after you have established yourself within the harbor, and will request cooperation by the entrance of at least one other steamer. This order, its object, and your destination will be communicated to no person whatever until you reach the harbor of Pensacola. Abraham Lincoln. Recommended. William H. Seward. Washington, Executive Mansion, April 1, 1861. all officers of the army and navy