Call To Defend Ohio

The image is a historical letter dated September 10, 1862, written on stationery from the United States Express Company. The letter's content addresses "Military Com Hancock Co" and discusses a request from the Governor for armed men, indicating an urgent need to send out all available recruits. The letter specifies that fighting has commenced at a place referred to as "Cincinnati," urging a hurry to send the new army so they can travel south by mail train the following morning. The handwritten document reflects the context of a military effort during a period of conflict, signed by "Geo. B Stevens," whose role is clarified with abbreviations, possibly indicating an association with logistical or administrative tasks. The paper is yellowed and lined, showing signs of age with creases and minor discoloration, typical of archival materials from the 19th century.