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inefficient redistribution system compounded the depletion of supply. The disparate groups granting contracts, submitting requisitions, and having a central authority, with no actual control or presence in the army units were conspicuous flaws in the process.
Myers was given permission to send his own agent, Major J.B. Ferguson, overseas to purchase stores. He also assumed some control over domestic leather, wool, and textile industries. By mid-1863, Myers had established an extensive organization of purchasing agents, local quartermasters, shops, and supply depots. It was still insufficient, and the Confederacy soon resembled a rag-tag army, particularly in clothing and footwear. The quartermaster department soon became the target of much criticism, and in spite of his personal efficiency, he was unable to overcome the laxity and carelessness of remote subordinates. There was a considerable black-market operation, as well.30
Removal from Office
Complaints about Myers, some of which were based on his religious background, led to him being replaced in the summer 1863. Inadequate supplies, especially clothing and shoes, had reached a crisis point. Tents, uniforms, blankets, shoes, horses, and wagons remained
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scarce, and impressment throughout the war. Although manufacturing improved during this time, it remained woefully inadequate.31
Myers administrator but he could not create purchasing power. Despite these supply problems, he was well regarded among his colleagues and understood that the supply deficits were not due to his malfeasance.
Abraham the was important in supporting the Confederate war effort by overseeing army supply and logistics. His successor was even less successful than Myers in supplying the Confederate armies as the war went on, territory was lost, and the blockade took
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