Before the fall of Donelson, but after that of Henry, I received, at Benton Barracks, the following orders: HEADQUARTERS THE DEPARTMENT OF MISSOURI St. Louis, February,13, 1862 Brigadier-General SHERMAN, Benton Barracks: You will immediately repair to Paducah, Kentucky, and assume command of that post. Brigadier-General Hurlbut will accompany you. The command of Benton Barracks will be turned over to General Strong.

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