Letter to Brooks from Shaw regarding the durability of the platforms and embrasures in the Battery of the 30 Pdr Parrotts under his command. Shaw reports that the platforms and embrasures remain in nearly as good condition as when first put down.
TranscriptionMorris Island Sept. [September] 13, 1863; Shaw, R. G.; Capt. [Captain] 3rd R. I. [Rhode Islane] Arty. [Artillery?] Comg [Commanding?] Batty. [Battery] Hays; Replies to inquiries in regard to Platforms and Embrasures in his Battery-Hays.
LocationsMorris Island, Charleston County, South Carolina, United States(32.71573,-79.89037)