Porter, David D.. "Order from David D. Porter to George W. Frost, & Note from D. L. Braine? to unknown." (1865) Rice University: https://hdl.handle.net/1911/75694.

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North Atlantic Squadron
U. S. Flag-Ship “Malvern,”
Cape Fear River February 28th 1865


Sir
Turn over to Captain Harris
of the “Yantic” all orders &c
pertaining to the Guard vessel, 
after which proceed to Hampton
Roads or James River and report 
to Lieutenant Commander Braine of the 
“Pequot” who will endorse upon 
your orders when he no longer 
needs you. Proceed then without
delay to Beaufort N.C. and carry 
out my instructions relative to 
the case of acting Volunteer 
Lieutenant Pickering. 

Respy

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Respectfully yours 
David D Porter 
Rear Admiral 
Commdg N. A. Squadron

Acting Master 
G. W. Frost 
Commdg U.S.S. “Fort Donelson”

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March 12 1865.

Your services [[unclear]] 
[[unclear]] are no longer needed by me 
for Court Martial purposes

D.L. Braine 
Lt Comdr

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Order to turn over orders
&c to Yantic and proceed 
to Hampton Road, &c.
Feby 28, '65