According to the 1863 General Regulations for the Military Forces of the State of New York the main objectives of the Quartermaster's department were "to insure an efficient system of supply for the troops and to give facility and effect to the movements and operations of a force in service."
More specifically the Quartermaster's department was responsible for all tents and camp equipage and baggage trains; all laborers and persons serving the camp or with the trains; the transportation of the troops and military stores; and providing quarters, forage, fuel, straw, and stationery for service in camp, garrison, and in the field.
From the description of Administrative correspondence and related records, 1861-1868 (bulk 1861-1865). (New York State Archives). WorldCat record id: 77607309
