![]() The government of the United States will give the same protection to all its soldiers, and if the enemy shall sell or enslave anyone because of his color, the offense shall be punished by retaliation upon the enemy's prisoners in our possession. To sell or enslave any captured person, on account of his color, and for no offence against the laws of war, is a relapse into barbarism and a crime against the civilization of the age. To call the Officer of the Deck in any case not covered by instructions. ![]() The law of nations and the usages and customs of war as carried on by civilized powers, permit no distinction as to color in the treatment of prisoners of war as public enemies. To receive, obey and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the Commanding Officer, Command Duty Officer, Officer of the Deck, and Officers and Petty Officers of the Watch only. Read was President and found guilty of Desertion. Ritzema’s Regiment having been tried by a General Court Martial whereof Col. McDougall’s RegimentHopkins Rice of Capt: Pierce’s Company Col. It is the duty of every government to give protection to its citizens, of whatever class, color, or condition, and especially to those who are duly organized as soldiers in the public service. John Evans of Capt: Ledyards Company Col. Executive Mansion, Washington D.C July 30. The 11 General Orders are as follows: Take charge of this post and all government property in view. ![]()
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