The two volumes, one written by Lieutenant Herndon and the other by Lieutenant Gibbon, were so unusual at that time and of such importance that in an unusual move, it was immediately ordered, "10,000 additional copies be printed for the use of the Senate."
The two volumes, written by Herndon and Gibbon, were so notable at the time and of great importance that, in an unusual step, it was determined to produce 10,000 extra copies for the Senate's benefit.