French Forrest (1796-1866), Captain C.S. Navy (MD). Commandant, Norfolk Navy Yard, Chief of Bureau of Orders and Detail, Commanding James River Squadron.

Document Signed (DS), 1 page, C.S. Navy Department, Office of Orders & Detail, Richmond, Va., May 15th/62:

"Sir,

                 You will proceed and report to Captain S.S.Lee, C.S.N., to assist him in the necessary defences of James River.

                                                                                     Respectfully

                                                                                      Your Obt. Servant

                                                                                           F. Forrest

                                                                                            Chief of Bureau

Commander William McBlair, C.S.N.

                      Richmond, VA."

Very Fine.