1862 July 23 Richmond, Va.

Private Charles E. Taylor of the Co "F", was wounded in
the Battle of Kernstown, and has since that time, been
under my care in this city.
                       At his request, I respectfully recommend
his transfer to a mounted regiment, so as to be relieved
from the marching incident to the infantry service
Richmond July 23, 1862
                                        V. W. Harrison
                                              Surgeon in chge---
                                                  Royster Hospital
                                                       Richmond Va.

Hon G. W. Randolph, Secy of War,
                                                      Sir,
                                                             I hereby file
an application for a transfer from Co "F" 21st
Virginia Infantry, to C "F", 10th Va Cavalry--said
application being based upon the above recommendation
and my unfitness for the Infantry service--
                                        Charles E. Taylor
Richmond July 23  1862