This Day in History: May 20

I have apprehended a considerable number of Deserters, and have information of many others which I shall endeavour to detect and Send forward as Soon as possible. which perhaps may Reflect a disgrace upon me, as in the case of the detachment forwarded by Lieut. Emery, but duty dictates the measure shall therefore proceed to apprehend Such Villens. I’ve not Recived one Recruit under Five feet two Inches high; and not then unless very Sturdy. Disagreable business! Shall not be popular among the People in this Duty! I’ve Recived some likely Negros, but with Reluctance; have on order to Reject them tho I wish it. [More]