War Department - Washington City
                                May 8, 1865

Major Gen. Hancock
Commanding Middle Division.-

General - I learn that you have maps of Prince George, St. Mary's
and Charles Counties, Md.


Having searched in vain through the City for a map on which I could
trace the route of the assassins, and such a map being much needed
in the investigating on which I am engaged, I shall be obliged if
you can accomodate me with one.
                             Very Respy Yr Obt Svt
                             H. L. Burnett
                             Brevet Col. & Judge Advocate