The greatest activity prevailed at Fort Leavenworth in preparations for the expedition to start from here under Gen. Hunter. Troops and supplies are being concentrated in the southern portion of the State, and indications appear favorable for an early advance. The General himself is working earnestly and unceasingly in perfecting details of the expedition, and every department is rushed to its utmost capacity. Seven regiments of cavalry, four regiments of infantry and three full batteries of artillery with Parrott and Ward guns are now en route from the East, and daily expected to join this expedition, which will be one of the most formidable yet organized during the war.
– Published in The Davenport Daily Gazette, Davenport, Iowa, Thursday Morning, February 13, 1862, p. 1
– Published in The Davenport Daily Gazette, Davenport, Iowa, Thursday Morning, February 13, 1862, p. 1
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