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then and there some prompt - definite action to secure them against further loss. In answer to which General Gregory said - "take them back and put them in your desk and keep them there" This was the last said upon the subject that I remember, to all of which I am willing to make oath. These, General, are to the best of my recollection, [[strikethrough]] my [[/strikethrough]] the facts in the case, and as your letter calls for nothing further than facts connected with the loss of discharges, I have the honor to subscribe myself. Very respectfully Your obedient Servant C.W. Hildreth clerk Bvt Brig Genl H. Brooks Asst Com'r 5 W Hildreth Account of loss of discharges [[stamp]] THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF THE UNITED STATES [[/stamp]] M. #113. R.F. and A.L. Vol 12. '68