Robert E. Lee Robert E. Lee was the best General for the South, and out witted every Union General that was put against him. To Southerners, General Robert E. Lee is like a god figure to them. He inspired southerners even when the North dominated on the battle field, and is still praised by some radical believers in the confederate states. To the North, Robert E. Lee was a traitor to the United States and even lost his citizenship. Although he lost the war, Robert E. Lee is still a major face
Robert E. Lee Throughout history, there have been people whose names and faces have become synonymous with the time periods in which they lived. For example, Julius Caesar is synonymous with the late Roman Republic and George Washington is synonymous with the American Revolution. Just like these two men, the name Robert E. Lee has become synonymous with the American Civil War. Not only did Lee rise to become the most important and recognizable person in the Southern Confederacy, but his honor
Robert E. Lee has been regarded by many historians as one of the greatest American generals and military engineers in U.S. history. He revolutionized the tactic of trench warfare that would be widely used in World War I. Also, Lee was able to defeat much larger Union armies with command of a much smaller force of troops using astute military tactics and strategies. Robert Edward Lee was born on January 19, 1807 in Stratford, Virginia to Colonel Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee and Ann Hill Carter.
relate to the supplies one has to draw from, but instead the personal traits of the man himself. General Robert E. Lee is a prime example of an excellent general whose brilliance was impeded by the Confederate’s lack of resources. General Ulysses S. Grant’s genius is rebuffed when compared to that of Lee’s. Great military leaders should have a connection with the public and their soldiers. General Lee emerged overnight as the Confederate hero after the Seven Days’ Battles. His soldiers developed an almost
Strength Robert E Lee is very quick and smart. He knows how to improve the quality of troops and to nullify the Union’s advantage. Lee is willing to make bold and risky moves, and does not let his defeats hinder his performance. General Lee has great relations with his soldiers, and uses his engineering experience to his advantage. Lee is very quick; he organized scattered confederate troops into the famed Army of Northern Virginia in just three weeks. Lee’s wisdom urged him to keep the Union as
Robert E. Lee For some the man Robert E. Lee is an almost god like figure. For others he is a paradox. Robert E. Lee was born on January 19, 1807 at Stratford, Virginia. Robert was the fourth child of a Revolutionary War hero Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee and Ann Hill Carter Lee. Young Robert, the son, was raised mostly by his mother. From her he learned patience, control, and discipline. As a young man he was exposed to Christianity and accepted its faith. In contrast to the strong example of
published the book Robert E. Lee through the Penguin Group Inc. This book is different then other books published about Lee due to the fact that this book looks behind the man in uniform, and shows how Lee became the legend that we know today. Blount brings an element of humor that some would not expect to find when writing about Lee. Through this type of writing, Lee transforms into the everyday person who we all can relate to. Blount takes the reader through the life of Robert E. Lee. However, Blount
“Lee is the greatest military genius in America, myself not accepted¨ by Winfield Scott--Robert E. Lee is one of the greatest military generals in history. He led the Confederate army with pride through numerous battles. Lee started as an ordinary soldiers and was quickly promoted by the president of the South to become a leader of the Virginian army to give him the confidence he needed to be successful; he led his soldiers to victory multiple times gaining the faith he needed to succeed. Robert E
Robert E. Lee was born January 19, 1807 in Stratford Hall, Virginia. He was the leading Confederate General during the United States Civil War and has been thought of as a heroic figure for the south. For the Mexican-American War, he played a big part in causing the American’s a win. Robert first commanded Virginia’s armed forces and finally became general in chief of the Confederate until the end of the Civil War. Even though the Union won the Civil War, he was thought to be a very important person
Fletcher Mrs. Stone Advanced English III 12. Dec. 2013 Robert E. Lee America has had many people that have made a positive difference to this nation by showing perseverance and putting others first for the greater good for the cause. People from low levels of society and from high levels of society have contributed to change this to become great. Robert E. Lee and his family did not enjoy fantastic wealth (“American Experience”). Robert E. Lee had an impact on this nation from the military standpoint
On July 1st 1863, General Robert E. Lee led an attack in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the battle lasted for three days. On July 1, the Union success failed as Confederate soldiers pushed back against the Iron Brigade and exploited a weak Federal line. On July 2nd, there were heavy battles around Devil's Den, Little Round Top, the Wheatfield, Peach Orchard, Culp’s Hill, and East Cemetery Hill. Confederate soldiers captured Devil’s Den and the Peach Orchard, but didn’t stop the Union defenders. On July
11 December 1997 Importance of the Warhorses Under Robert E. Lee’s Command Importance of the Warhorses Under Robert E. Lee’s Command Many successful generals throughout history had memorable horses – Alexander the Great’s Bucephalus, Napoleon’s Marengo, “Stonewall” Jackson’s Old Sorrel, and General Robert E. Lee’s Traveller. Lee’s warhorses, both personal mounts and cavalry horses, affected his success as a General of the Confederate Army and were integral components of his strategies during the
outstanding character in order to succeed in their war efforts. Robert E. Lee showed himself as exactly such a man. President Abraham Lincoln agreed and sought out Lee, an accomplished U.S. military veteran with 32 years of service, to lead the Union troops. Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederacy, knew Lee lived in Virginia, a state that had succeeded from the Union. Davis wanted Lee to command the Confederate Army. Ultimately, Robert E. Lee, a man of great character who valued relationships as the
we should grow too fond of it” –Robert Edward Lee. Robert E. Lee grew up seemingly destined for great military illustriousness, having been born into a family with a father who was a Revolutionary War hero, and several extended family members who had accomplished great feats. His early life was spent in Virginia, a community he felt drawn to the rest of his life, and he was known to be a strong military leader, serving in the Mexican and Civil war. Robert E. Lee was the youngest born to Anne Hill
Faced by recent protests and controversial events, memorials and monuments remembering Robert E. Lee and the Confederacy should be removed from public areas because they were not originally built to honor their roles in the army but rather to convey the message of white supremacy and continuing slavery, and into museums or archives, as well as because of the person Robert E. Lee was. Most of the statues were built in the early 1900’s, during a time of racial segregation and the implementation of
Robert E. Lee was a general during the civil war and was born in Stratford, Virginia in 1807. His father was a revolutionary war general Henry Lee. He graduated from the military academy at west point in 1829. He ranked second in his class. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in engineers. He became war general for the confederate army in 1861. He served in the mexican war under the command of general wool. He was ranked captain in chief engineer during the war. Lee was breveted three times
Robert E. Lee When I mention General Lee many people will think of the 1960 orange Dodge Charger from the television show Dukes of Hazard? How many will think of the Confederate General that lead the Confederate Soldiers in the Civil War? In this paper I will talk about how General Robert E. Lee was a Visionary Leader and Ethical Leader for Education in the mid 1800's and how his vision for education still reflects what colleges and university use today and his ethical leadership and approach
American History; Robert Edward Lee. Robert Edward Lee was a general in the American Civil War. He led his men and stood with them in each and every they were in and got many of them out safely. Robert E. Lee was born on January 19, 1807 at Stratford in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He was the youngest son of Major-General Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee and his second wife, Ann Hill (Carter) Lee. His siblings from his father’s first wife are Philip Ludwell Lee, Lucy Grymes Lee, Henry Lee, and Nathaniel
Educators in Arms Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee are best known for their careers in leading the Confederate Army. Few people know anything about them beyond battles fought and wars lost. History is written by the victors, and the victors have essentially extinguished all perceived importance of these two fallen leaders. However, both were not only soldiers fighting for a lost cause, but also educators. Both taught many of those who would fight alongside and against them in the war that ripped
Was Robert E. Lee a Hero or a Hitler? Like Hitler, Lee’s legacy is very controversial. The three page web-based biography our class was asked to read gives a lot of facts about Lee, but also leaves out a lot of facts that are important for people to know. Robert E. Lee was born on January 19, 1807 and died October 12, 1870. He was born in Stratford Hall, Virginia and was the son of Ann Carter and Henry Lee. It is a fact that Lee’s family was not rich ever since his father made some bad business