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Robert E. Lee the Soldier

Robert E. Lee the Soldier

Maurice, Frederick

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Historical FiguresMilitary BiographiesFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162591951
ISBN13: 9781162591957
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 348
Weight: 1.73
Height: 0.72 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Robert E. Lee the Soldier is a comprehensive biography written by Frederick Maurice that explores the life and military career of one of the most celebrated figures in American history. The book delves into Lee's early life, his education at West Point, his service in the Mexican-American War, and his rise to prominence as a Confederate general during the American Civil War. Maurice provides a detailed analysis of Lee's military tactics, his leadership style, and his strategic decision-making, drawing on a wealth of primary sources and firsthand accounts to paint a vivid picture of the man behind the legend. The book also examines Lee's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his views on slavery and secession.Throughout the book, Maurice offers insights into the complex political and social landscape of the time, as well as the challenges and triumphs that shaped Lee's life and career. Whether you are a history buff, a Civil War enthusiast, or simply interested in learning more about one of America's most iconic figures, Robert E. Lee the Soldier is a must-read.1925. This work is neither a life of Lee, nor a history of the Civil War. It is an appreciation of Lee's generalship. When the Civil War began, Lee resigned his commission with the United States Army to command the Virginia forces and was the military advisor to Jefferson Davis. As the commander of the Northern Virginia army, he stopped Federal forces near Richmond, later being defeated at Gettysburg. Finally in 1865 as General in Chief of all Confederate Armies, Lee surrendered to Grant at Appomattox Court House.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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