Confederate Field Printed "General Orders" From Wheeler's Cavalry

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June 3, 1863, Confederate Field Printed, "General Orders No. 7," from Wheeler's Cavalry Corp., Very Fine. 10.5" x 3.5," issued by order of Maj. Gen. General Joseph Wheeler. Heavily toned in the text portions, not affecting legibility. Seven ways are listed by which the cavalry can contribute to and insure the success of the Army: In part, by: "observing the utmost accuracy in their reports of the movements and strength of the enemy... particularly... preceding or during a general engagement.... Prisoners should be questioned closely....; great care should be taken to distinguish between rumors and facts.... Officers who hold the enemy in observation... will report at least once every twenty minutes...." and more specific information, concluding that "...Cavalry Officers and Soldiers must always remember that they are the eyes and ears of the General commanding...." A highly important printed Confederate document.

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$Confederate Field Printed "General Orders" From Wheeler\'s Cavalry$