The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 7: 1863-1865 Papyras Classics

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Chapter 85

Telegram to General Butler

Executive Mansion, Washington, March 22, 1864.

MAJOR-GENERAL BUTLER, Fort Monroe, Va.:

Hon. W. R. Morrison says he has requested you by letter to effect a special exchange of Lieut. Col. A. F. Rogers, of Eightieth Illinois Volunteers, now in Libby Prison, and I shall be glad if you can effect it.

A. LINCOLN.