128. (JOSEPH WHEELER) Printed document, 1p. 4to., "Head Qrs. Wheeler's Cavalry Corps." Aug. 3, 1863, General Orders, No. 10 discussing promotions. The document reads in small part: "I. Appreciating to the fullest extent the individual acts of devoted gallantry, exhibited by officers and soldiers of his corps in their many encounters with themselves to secure the just reward of their services, the Major General commanding calls the attention of Cavalry officers to the importance oft heir adopting all means in their power, to insure promotion to the valorous, skillful, and efficient officers and soldiers of their respective commands. This is due to those who by their patriotic devotion to duty, and their valor and skill exhibited in the field, have shown themselves worthy of advancement...Officers and Solders are reminded by study, strict attention to duty at all times, and valorous bearing on the field, they may attain any rank or position their conduct may merit. Promotion by seniority or election is of little value, but how priceless to the solder, his family or his friends, is an appointment by the President, rewarding him for exhibiting distinguished skill and valor, in a war to maintain the safety and honor of his home..." One horizontal fold, printing just a tad light, otherwise fine condition.
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