Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 7 [Nov. 5, 1863-Sept. 12, 1864].

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Title: Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 7 [Nov. 5, 1863-Sept. 12, 1864].
Author: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Publication: New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press; 1953.
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Endorsement Concerning an Escort1Jump to section

I believe I need no escort, and unless the Sec. of War directs, none need attend me. A. LINCOLN

July 4, 1864

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[1] AES, ORB. Lincoln's endorsement is written on an order from Major General Christopher C. Augur's headquarters, Department of Washington, July 3, 1864: ``If his Excellency the president of the U.S. wishes an escort, Lt. [James B.] Jameson will furnish it keeping the old Es. of his Co. at its present location.'' In December, 1863, Governor David Tod organized the Union Light Guard, Ohio Cavalry, as a bodyguard for the president. Stanton assigned the unit to guard the Executive Mansion, War Office, and Treasury Building.

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