Joseph Howland (1834-86), Colonel 16th New York Infantry and Brevet Brigadier General (for Gaines' Mill, VA).

Letter Signed (LS), 1 page, 4to. to the Acting Asst. Adj. General, Head Quarters 2nd Brigade Stevens Division, Army of the Potomac.

"8 Brevoort Place 10th Street New York

July 7th 1862

Sir,

I have the honor of reporting myself at New York, having been sent hither on account of a wound received at the battle of Gaines' Mill and ill health by the order of Surgeon Letterman Medical Director of the Army of the Potomac.

I respectfully request that the enclosed applicaton for leave of absence may be forwarded without delay and that the reply be sent to me at Matteawan, Duchess County, New York.

I am, Sir

Respectfully,

Your Obedient Servant

Joseph Howland

Col.16th N.Y.V..."

Fine.