Nomination of Two Young Gentleman as Cadets

Circular to the Commandants of Regiments: "The Secretary of War has determined to appoint immediately two Cadets to each regiment and he has directed me to request from the several Commandants a special recommendation of two young gentlemen for the purpose. You have nominated different persons from time to time as Cadets severally: but [it is now wished that you should make a selection of two whom you prefer.] The Secretary of War observes in his letters that the Cadets are to expect promotion from merit only and not on the principle of succession. You will be pleased to [take care that this will be well understood by the parties.]"