HEADQUARTERS,
May 5, 1863, 1 A.M. (Received 2 A.M.)
GEN. SEDGWICK.
Despatch this moment received. Withdraw. Cover the river, and prevent
any force crossing. Acknowledge this.
By command of Major-Gen. Hooker.
DANL. BUTTERFIELD
HEADQUARTERS,
May 5, 1863, 1.20 A.M.
GEN. SEDGWICK.
Yours received saying you should hold position. Order to withdraw
countermanded. Acknowledge both.