Civil War Letter

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September 18, 1863

Very good

Civil War letter - Union Officer Appeals Arrest, 2nd Pennsylvania Volunteers.  Transcription:

Head Quarters 2d Pa Vols - Camp

Sir Johns Run Va Sept 18th 1863

Col.,

Having been placed in arrest by your Special Order No --dated September 8th 1863 from your Hd Qrs., and referred to the 77th Article of war Army Regulations for my consideration, I deem it due to my company and self, that the crime for which I am charged (if any) may come before the proper authorities without further delay, so as to insure me justice if wronged.

Therefore I appeal to you as my commanding officer according to the 84th Article of war Army Regulations.

I have the honor to remain Yours &c

To Col.,

Jno. E. Wyont korp (sp.?) Comdg 2d Pa Covly

Vol. B. Hammond, Cap's Company F

(These ending names and titles are difficult to read so I wouldn't trust my translation.)