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Vicksburg Mississippi
July 21st 1865
Colonel Samuel Thomas
Provost Marshal Freedmen District of Mississippi

Sir,
I have the honor to request that I be detailed as Assistant Provost Marshal of Freedman for the following reasons, viz:

I have been for a long time on detached service, but now will be obliged to join my regiment and take command of a company, which I do not wish to do, as I have tendered my resignation and therefore do not wish to become responsible for any government property.  

I have the honor to be, Colonel
Respectfully Your Obedient Servant
William Degan
1st Lieutenant 5th U.S.Colored Artillery (Heavy)