ADS, 1862 May 25 : Washington, to Major General George McClellan.

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ADS, 1862 May 25 : Washington, to Major General George McClellan.

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Lincoln's handwritten instructions which were telegraphed to the Commander of the Army of the Potomac, whom Lincoln thought was not acting aggressively. "I think the time is near when you must either attack Richmond, or give up the job ..." McClellan was later relieved of his command.

1 p. ; 25 x 19 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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