On the recordJune 25, 1862
The command of the Army of Virginia is specially assigned to Major-General John Pope, as commanding general.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe command of the Army of Virginia is specially assigned to Major-General John Pope, as commanding general.
Order Constituting the Army of Virginia
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