On the recordMarch 7, 1862
Second Corps to consist of three divisions, and to be commanded by Brigadier-General E. V. Sumner.
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presidency.ucsb.eduSecond Corps to consist of three divisions, and to be commanded by Brigadier-General E. V. Sumner.
Executive Order—President's General War Order No. 2
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