I am directed by Lord John Russell to transmit to you, to be laid
before His Grace The Duke of Newcastle the accompanying copies of
Despatches from Her Majesty's Minister at Washington reporting the
temporary removal of General Harney from the command of the United
States' forces in Oregon.
Documents enclosed with the main document (not transcribed)
Lyons, British Minister at Washington,
to Russell, 28 May 1860, stating he had learned
from General Cass that General Harney was to be removed from the
command of the military department in Oregon.
Lyons to Russell, 5 June 1860, advising that a one year leave of
absence had been granted to Harney at his own request.