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[Second indorsement.]

FEBRUARY 15, 1864.

Respectfully submitted to the President.

I discern no greater necessity than has long existed for increase of force at Wilmington, but in deference to General Whiting, and in consideration of the importance of the place, submit his letter to your consideration.

J. A. SEDDON,

Secretary of War.

[Third indorsement.]

General Bragg, for consideration.

J. D.

[Fourth indorsement.]

Kemper's brigade has gone to Wilmington.

BRAXTON BRAGG.


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