The Papers And Writings Of Abraham Lincoln-VOL. VI Chap. 1.17
Telegram To General J. C. Fremont.

War Department, May 24, 1862. 7.15 P.M.

MAJOR-GENERAL FREMONT, Franklin, Virginia:

Many thanks for the promptness with which you have answered that you will execute the order. Much—perhaps all—depends upon the celerity with which you can execute it. Put the utmost speed into it. Do not lose a minute.

A. LINCOLN.