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Robert E. Lee And The Southern Confederacy 1807-1870

Robert E. Lee And The Southern Confederacy 1807-1870

White, Henry Alexander

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ISBN10: 1162981520
ISBN13: 9781162981529
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 568
Weight: 1.65
Height: 1.15 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Robert E. Lee and the Southern Confederacy 1807-1870 is a comprehensive biography of one of the most prominent figures of the American Civil War, General Robert E. Lee. Written by Henry Alexander White, a historian and former president of Washington and Lee University, the book provides a detailed account of Lee's life and career, from his birth in Virginia in 1807 to his death in 1870.The book begins with a description of Lee's family background and upbringing, and then follows his military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War and his role as a Confederate general during the Civil War. The author provides a detailed analysis of Lee's military strategies and tactics, as well as his relationships with other Confederate leaders, such as Jefferson Davis and Stonewall Jackson.In addition to his military career, the book also covers Lee's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Custis, his religious beliefs, and his views on slavery and secession. The author provides a nuanced portrait of Lee, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and as a person.Overall, Robert E. Lee and the Southern Confederacy 1807-1870 is a comprehensive and well-researched biography of one of the most important figures in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War or in the life and legacy of Robert E. Lee.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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