1. Under the favor of God, the valor of this army, after many
glorious victories, has hoisted the colors of our country in
the capital of Mexico and on the palace of the Government.
2. But the war is not ended. The Mexican army and Government
have fled, only to watch an opportunity to return upon us in
vengeance. We must, then, be upon our guard. Companies and
regiments will be kept together and all stand on the alert. Our
safety is in military discipline.
3. Let there be no drunkenness, no disorders, and no
straggling. Stragglers will be in great danger of
assassination, and marauders shall be punished by court-martial.
4. All the rules so honorably observed by this glorious army
in Puebla must be observed here. The honor of the army and the
honor of our country call for the best behavior on the part of
all. The valiant must, to win the approbation of God and our
country, be sober, orderly, and merciful. My noble brethren in
arms will not be deaf to this hasty appeal from their general
and friend.
5. Major-General Quitman is appointed the civil and military
Governor of Mexico.