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Rebellion Record: a Diary of American Events: Documents and Narratives, Volume 10. (ed. Frank Moore), chapter 26 (search)
, and so dispose of the Commodore Perry as will best assist and cover the intended passage and landing of the troops on the other side of the river. You will remain in such position until you are advised that your presence there is no longer needed and you are directed to withdraw. The Commodore Perry is directed to proceed farther up the Nansemond to Western Branch, and you will send with her two armed boats from the Perry, under competent officers, who will be under the orders of Acting Master Williams, commanding the Barney. Should the General Putman still be in the Nansemond, you will deliver the accompanying despatch to her commanding officer. Respectfully, yours, S. P. Lee, Acting Rear-Admiral, commanding N. A. B. Squadron. Acting Vol.-Lt. Amos P. Foster, Commanding United States Steamer Commodore Perry Orders to James Williams. flag-ship North Atlantic Blocking squadron, off Newport News, April 13, 1864. Sir: Proceed with the Commodore Barney, under your com