Zemro Smith and other commissioned officers request that Governor Coburn appoint Major Shepherd to lead the regiment, saying the appointment of Thomas Talbot "would be fatal in its results"
Captain Zemro Smith and other commissioned officers request that Governor Coburn appoint Major Shepherd to lead the regiment, saying the appointment of Thomas Talbot "would be fatal in its results," citing his lack of military ability, lack of respect and confidence of officers, and physical incapacity.
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Description - Captain Zemro Smith and other commissioned officers request that Governor Coburn appoint Major Shepherd to lead the regiment, saying the appointment of Thomas Talbot "would be fatal in its results," citing his lack of military ability, lack of respect and confidence of officers, and physical incapacity.
Date - 1864-08-31
Language - English
Identifier - 15-46369-F023-I021
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Link to MSA Catalog - https://archives.maine.gov/repositories/3/archival_objects/393205