Letter, 1825 September 30, Washington, D.C. [to] Lt. Col. Walbach, Ft. Trumble.

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Letter, 1825 September 30, Washington, D.C. [to] Lt. Col. Walbach, Ft. Trumble.

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General, U.S. Army. Letter advising Walbach that Macomb has recommended him as being most qualified to instruct the Corps of Cadets and introduce cavalry training into the Academy's curriculum. Macomb stresses the need to treat the cadets kindly so that they, in turn, will command their troops wisely and compassionately and asks that Walbach consider taking the position as cavalry instructor at the Military Academy.

3 p. ; 27 x 21 cm.

United States Military Academy, USMA Library

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United States Military Academy, USMA Library

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