Robert E. Lee
Confederate general during Civil War
Born
January 19th, 1807
218 years ago
Died
October 12th, 1870
154 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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A military leader served as a general in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. Graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, displayed strategic military prowess during several key battles. Commanded the Army of Northern Virginia, achieving notable victories at the Second Battle of Bull Run and the Battle of Chancellorsville. After the war, focused on rebuilding the South and served as president of Washington College, now known as Washington and Lee University.
Commanded the Army of Northern Virginia
Achieved victory at the Battle of Chancellorsville
Graduated from West Point
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