Despatch to London.
Minutes (3), Enclosures (untranscribed) (1).
Douglas acknowledges Newcastle's Circular Despatch of 14 April 1862
[missing] and forwards the Return required of the Militia and Volunteer Corps at present Existing in the
Colony of
Vancouver's Island.
No. 41, Military
1 August 1862
I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your Circular Despatch of
the 14th April 1862 and with reference thereto I beg to forward
herewith the Return required of the Militia and Volunteer Corps at
present Existing in the Colony ofVancouver'sVancouver's Island.
I have the honor to be
My Lord Duke
Your Grace's most obedient
and humble Servant James Douglas
Documents enclosed with the main document (not transcribed)
"Return of Militia, Volunteers, Military Police, and other Forces" on
Vancouver Island, including a note that the Rifle Corps had been
disbanded temporarily, dated 1 August 1862, signed by Douglas.