Robert E. Lee (1807 - 1870)
Robert Edward Lee was a great general who commanded the Confederate
Army in the Civil War. He is one of the most beloved figures
in American History. Lee's fame rests on his military achievements
as Confederate Commander in the face of overwhelming odds, and
on his outstanding personal character. He won admiration and
respect of Northerners as well as Southerners. Lee fought for
one section of the young nation, but the struggle did not make
him intolerant. He fought, not for personal gain, but to prove
himself worthy of a cause. Union General Ulysses S. Grant, to
whom Lee was finally forced to surrender, said about Lee: "There
was not a man in the Confederacy whose influence with the whole
people was as great as his." This sculpture of Robert E.
Lee has lifelike touches that make it a unique and noteworthy
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