HDQRS. DEPARTMENT AND ARMY OF THE TENNESSEE,
Near Kenesaw Mountain, June 23, 1864-8.45 a. m.
Brigadier General Brigadier General Kenner Garrard,
Commanding Cavalry Division:
GENERAL: Brigadier-General Leggett is going to make a strong re-connaissance from his position on Brush Mountain toward the enemy’s right flank, and also to threaten the town of Marietta. I desire you to co-operate with him, and for this purpose you will open communications immediately with General Leggett’s left, so that you can move forward with a portion of your force at least on our left flank. You will, of course, look out for your own flank on Noonday Creek.
Very respectfully, your obedient servant,
JAS. B. McPHERSON,
Major-General.
General Leggett will move forward as soon as you are ready.