Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward) 1807-1870
Overview
| Works: | 3,404 works in 6,535 publications in 2 languages and 213,761 library holdings |
|---|---|
| Genres: | History Biographies Personal correspondence Military history Personal narratives‡vConfederate Sources Rules Personal narratives Speeches Manuscripts |
| Subject Headings: | Generals Armed Forces |
| Roles: | Author, Editor, Other, Correspondent, Narrator |
| Classifications: | E467.1.L4, B |
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Most widely held works about
Robert E Lee
- The last full measure by Jeff Shaara( Book )
- R. E. Lee, a biography by Douglas Southall Freeman( Book )
- Gone for soldiers by Jeff Shaara( Book )
- Lee & Grant : profiles in leadership from the battlefields of Virginia by Charles R Bowery( )
- The Lees of Virginia : seven generations of an American family by Paul C Nagel( Book )
- Lee and his generals in war and memory by Gary W Gallagher( )
- Lee the soldier by Gary W Gallagher( )
- Robert E. Lee : a biography by Emory M Thomas( Book )
- God and General Longstreet : the lost cause and the southern mind by Thomas Lawrence Connelly( )
- Patriotic gore; studies in the literature of the American Civil War by Edmund Wilson( Book )
- Counter-thrust : from the Peninsula to the Antietam by Benjamin Franklin Cooling( )
- Recollections and letters of General Robert E. Lee by Robert E Lee( Book )
- Gods and generals by Ronald F Maxwell( Visual )
- Gray Fox: Robert E. Lee and the Civil War by Burke Davis( Book )
- Lee and Grant, a dual biography by Gene Smith( Book )
- Lee takes command : from Seven Days to Second Bull Run( Book )
- Lee considered : General Robert E. Lee and Civil War history by Alan T Nolan( Book )
- Lee--the last years by Charles Bracelen Flood( Book )
- Lee's farewell to his army by Robert E Lee( )
- Terms of Lee's surrender at Appomattox by Robert E Lee( )
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Most widely held works by
Robert E Lee
Recollections and letters of General Robert E. Lee by
Robert E Lee(
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28 editions published between 1904 and 2019 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,275 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This book shows all the facets of General Lee through his correspondance and through the warm and revealing insight supplied by his son. A very whole and rewarding picture of one of the South's greatest sons and heroes
28 editions published between 1904 and 2019 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,275 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This book shows all the facets of General Lee through his correspondance and through the warm and revealing insight supplied by his son. A very whole and rewarding picture of one of the South's greatest sons and heroes
The wartime papers of R.E. Lee by
Robert E Lee(
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9 editions published between 1961 and 1981 in English and held by 1,238 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collection of Lee's official Civil War correspondence--letters, orders, dispatches, and battle reports-complemented by his personal letters to his family
9 editions published between 1961 and 1981 in English and held by 1,238 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A collection of Lee's official Civil War correspondence--letters, orders, dispatches, and battle reports-complemented by his personal letters to his family
Reading the man : a portrait of Robert E. Lee through his private letters by
Elizabeth Brown Pryor(
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7 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and held by 998 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
For the 200th anniversary of Robert E. Lee's birth, a new portrait drawing on previously unpublished correspondence. Lee's war correspondence is well known, but the great majority of his most intimate letters have never been made public. They reveal a far more complex and contradictory man than the one who comes most readily to the imagination. This book presents dozens of these letters in their entirety, most by Lee but a few by family members. Each letter becomes a departure point for an essay that shows what the letter uniquely reveals about Lee's time or character. The material covers all aspects of Lee's life--his early years, West Point, his work as an engineer, his relationships with his children and his slaves, his decision to join the South, his thoughts on military strategy, and his disappointments after defeat in the Civil War.--From publisher description
7 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and held by 998 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
For the 200th anniversary of Robert E. Lee's birth, a new portrait drawing on previously unpublished correspondence. Lee's war correspondence is well known, but the great majority of his most intimate letters have never been made public. They reveal a far more complex and contradictory man than the one who comes most readily to the imagination. This book presents dozens of these letters in their entirety, most by Lee but a few by family members. Each letter becomes a departure point for an essay that shows what the letter uniquely reveals about Lee's time or character. The material covers all aspects of Lee's life--his early years, West Point, his work as an engineer, his relationships with his children and his slaves, his decision to join the South, his thoughts on military strategy, and his disappointments after defeat in the Civil War.--From publisher description
Lee's dispatches : unpublished letters of General Robert E. Lee, C.S.A., to Jefferson Davis and the War Department of the
Confederate States of America, 1862-65. by
Robert E Lee(
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27 editions published between 1915 and 1994 in English and held by 995 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is one of the most important and revealing of all Civil War volumes. It has been practically unobtainable since the limited publication of 750 copies in 1915. Now new material in the form of dispatches not then available has been added, with a foreword by Grady McWhiney. When purchased by W.J. DeRenne, of Georgia, the letters were pasted in one volume and the telegrams in another. How the volumes came into the hands of the person from whom they were purchased was never known by either Dr. Freeman or Mr. DeRenne. From internal evidence they both felt certain that these dispatches and telegrams were from a file kept for his own use by President Davis himself. Presumably carried or sent South when Richmond fell, the volumes were probably lost on the journey. At the time of original publication none of the letters or telegrams included in the book had appeared in any other printed work. Some of the letters broaden our view of Lee's strategy and throw significant light on disputed movements. Some show how slow he was to blame and ready to applaud his subordinates. Others contain expressions of cautious forebodings or frank warnings. All show that there was always open confidence and full co-operation between Lee and Davis. But most of all they testify to the nobility of character of one of our greatest heroes during the thirty-four months of his life when he was subjected to every test by which the heart of a man may be tried. -- Book jacket
27 editions published between 1915 and 1994 in English and held by 995 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is one of the most important and revealing of all Civil War volumes. It has been practically unobtainable since the limited publication of 750 copies in 1915. Now new material in the form of dispatches not then available has been added, with a foreword by Grady McWhiney. When purchased by W.J. DeRenne, of Georgia, the letters were pasted in one volume and the telegrams in another. How the volumes came into the hands of the person from whom they were purchased was never known by either Dr. Freeman or Mr. DeRenne. From internal evidence they both felt certain that these dispatches and telegrams were from a file kept for his own use by President Davis himself. Presumably carried or sent South when Richmond fell, the volumes were probably lost on the journey. At the time of original publication none of the letters or telegrams included in the book had appeared in any other printed work. Some of the letters broaden our view of Lee's strategy and throw significant light on disputed movements. Some show how slow he was to blame and ready to applaud his subordinates. Others contain expressions of cautious forebodings or frank warnings. All show that there was always open confidence and full co-operation between Lee and Davis. But most of all they testify to the nobility of character of one of our greatest heroes during the thirty-four months of his life when he was subjected to every test by which the heart of a man may be tried. -- Book jacket
Memoirs of the war in the Southern Department of the United States by
Henry Lee(
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32 editions published between 1869 and 1996 in English and held by 730 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This 1812 account by a Virginian officer concerns the American South's role in the Revolutionary War
32 editions published between 1869 and 1996 in English and held by 730 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This 1812 account by a Virginian officer concerns the American South's role in the Revolutionary War
General orders by
Confederate States of America(
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21 editions published between 1861 and 1974 in English and held by 256 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
21 editions published between 1861 and 1974 in English and held by 256 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The American revolution in the South by
Henry Lee(
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2 editions published in 1969 in English and held by 236 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this classic book one of American history's famed patriots, George Washington's intimate friend, gives his personal account of the revolution he helped to make. Includes an introduction and biographical information about the author by his son, the legendary Civil War general Robert E. Lee
2 editions published in 1969 in English and held by 236 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this classic book one of American history's famed patriots, George Washington's intimate friend, gives his personal account of the revolution he helped to make. Includes an introduction and biographical information about the author by his son, the legendary Civil War general Robert E. Lee
Reports of the operations of the Army of Northern Virginia : from June 1862, to and including the battle at Fredericksburg,
Dec. 13, 1862 by
Confederate States of America(
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9 editions published between 1864 and 1970 in English and held by 203 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
9 editions published between 1864 and 1970 in English and held by 203 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Echoes from the South : comprising the most important speeches, proclamations, and public acts emanating from the South during
the late war by
Edward Alfred Pollard(
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1 edition published in 1866 in English and held by 187 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This work contains speeches, addresses, and public records from the Confederacy during the Civil War
1 edition published in 1866 in English and held by 187 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This work contains speeches, addresses, and public records from the Confederacy during the Civil War
Report of General Robert E. Lee, and subordinate reports of the battle of Chancellorsville : also, reports of Major General
J.E.B. Stuart and Brigadier General Fitz Lee, of cavalry engagements at Kelleysville, also, report of Brigadier General W.H.F.
Lee, and subordinates, of cavalry operations of the 14th and 15th of April, 1863 by
Confederate States of America(
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11 editions published between 1864 and 1974 in English and held by 170 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
11 editions published between 1864 and 1974 in English and held by 170 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
[Circular] by
Confederate States of America(
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16 editions published between 1862 and 1974 in English and held by 166 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Regulations detailing quantities and sizes of shoes to be purchased for the Confederate Army
16 editions published between 1862 and 1974 in English and held by 166 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Regulations detailing quantities and sizes of shoes to be purchased for the Confederate Army
Report of General Robert E. Lee, of operations at Rappahannock bridge : also, report of Lieut. Gen. E.K. Smith, of operations
in lower Louisiana, and report of Major General Jones, of engagement at Rogersville, Tennessee by
Confederate States of America(
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10 editions published between 1864 and 1974 in English and held by 149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
10 editions published between 1864 and 1974 in English and held by 149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Revolutionary War memoirs of General Henry Lee by
Henry Lee(
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4 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 135 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
4 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 135 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gerrit Smith to General Lee by
Gerrit Smith(
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3 editions published in 1868 in English and held by 119 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 1868 in English and held by 119 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Report from the committee on rail road connections, with accompanying documents by Virginia State Convention of 1861(
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2 editions published in 1861 in English and held by 108 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Contains the two 1861 reports from the Committee on Rail Road Connections, along with accompanying documents. The first report concurred that various railroad connections, referred in a Convention resolution, should be made. The second report reiterated the need for these connections with some changes, as well as endorsing a proposed amended ordinance (not attached) to a prior one rejected by the Confederate Convention
2 editions published in 1861 in English and held by 108 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Contains the two 1861 reports from the Committee on Rail Road Connections, along with accompanying documents. The first report concurred that various railroad connections, referred in a Convention resolution, should be made. The second report reiterated the need for these connections with some changes, as well as endorsing a proposed amended ordinance (not attached) to a prior one rejected by the Confederate Convention
Message from the execttive [sic] of the Commonwealth : with accompanying documents, showing the military and naval preparations
for the defence of the state of Virginia, &c. &c by
Virginia(
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1 edition published in 1861 in English and held by 106 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Governor John Letcher's communication and supplemental communication regarding the military and naval preparations for the defense of Virginia. Included were a number of appendices, which consisted of reports from numerous sources, one of which was General Robert E. Lee, about these issues. Of note, in the supplemental report, the governor requested that the Convention take legislative action against those businesses who were extorting the population with highly inflated prices. The governor also expressed concern that most volunteers' terms of military service would end in April to May, 1862; he requested action to ensure a proper army until independence was recognized
1 edition published in 1861 in English and held by 106 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Governor John Letcher's communication and supplemental communication regarding the military and naval preparations for the defense of Virginia. Included were a number of appendices, which consisted of reports from numerous sources, one of which was General Robert E. Lee, about these issues. Of note, in the supplemental report, the governor requested that the Convention take legislative action against those businesses who were extorting the population with highly inflated prices. The governor also expressed concern that most volunteers' terms of military service would end in April to May, 1862; he requested action to ensure a proper army until independence was recognized
Communication from Gen'l R.E. Lee, relative to southern boundary line of Virginia by
Robert E Lee(
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1 edition published in 1870 in English and held by 103 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 1870 in English and held by 103 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recollections and letters of General Robert E. Lee by
Robert E Lee(
)
8 editions published between 2009 and 2015 in English and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recollections and Letters shows all the varying facets of Lee's character. His letters reveal his personal warmth, bravery and concern for the South during and after the war. No other collection of source materials gives such a whole and rewarding picture of one of the South's greatest sons and heroes
8 editions published between 2009 and 2015 in English and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recollections and Letters shows all the varying facets of Lee's character. His letters reveal his personal warmth, bravery and concern for the South during and after the war. No other collection of source materials gives such a whole and rewarding picture of one of the South's greatest sons and heroes
Lee's general order number nine by
Confederate States of America(
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5 editions published between 1944 and 1955 in English and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Reproduction by Donnelley Deeptone Offset. Grey folder containing three fascimiles of General Robert E. Lee's order of April 10, 1865
5 editions published between 1944 and 1955 in English and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Reproduction by Donnelley Deeptone Offset. Grey folder containing three fascimiles of General Robert E. Lee's order of April 10, 1865
Life and letters of Robert Edward Lee, soldier and man by
J. William Jones(
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1 edition published in 1906 in English and held by 81 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Includes his letters, diary entries and more, this volume provides an intimate look into the life of General Robert E. Lee
1 edition published in 1906 in English and held by 81 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Includes his letters, diary entries and more, this volume provides an intimate look into the life of General Robert E. Lee
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Related Identities
- Confederate States of America Army
- Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) 1822-1885 Other Author
- United States Army
- Confederate States of America Army of Northern Virginia
- Lincoln, Abraham 1809-1865 Other
- Gallagher, Gary W. Author
- Shaara, Jeff 1952- Author
- Freeman, Douglas Southall 1886-1953 Author Editor
- Lee family Author
- Dowdey, Clifford 1904-1979 Author Editor
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Robert E. Lee Amerikaans soldaat (1807-1870)
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Robert E. Lee General de los Estados Confederados de América.
Robert E. Lee General in Chief of the Armies of the Confederate States
Robert E. Lee Jeneral Amerika
Robert E. Lee Oberst des US-Heeres und Oberbefehlshaber des konföderierten Heeres im Sezessionskrieg
Robert E. Lee xeneral confederáu na Guerra civil de los EE.XX.
Robert E. Lee yhdysvaltalainen Etelävaltioiden kenraali
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Robert Edward Lee
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Robert Edward Lee Oberst des US-Heeres und Oberbefehlshaber des konföderierten Heeres im Sezessionskrieg
Robert Lee
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Robertus Eduardus Lee
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Ли Р. Э. 1807-1870
Ли, Роберт Эдвард американский военный, генерал армии Конфедеративных Штатов Америки, командующий Армией Северной Вирджинии
и главнокомандующий армией Конфедерации
Роберт Едуард Лі
Роберт Едуард Лі американський військовик, головнокомандувач армії конфедератів у Громадянській війні в США (1861—1865)
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Роберт Эдвард Ли
Роберт Эдвард Ли американский военный, генерал армии Конфедеративных Штатов Америки, командующий Армией Северной Вирджинии
и главнокомандующий армией Конфедерации
Роберт Эдуард Лі
Робърт Лий
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李羅拔 通稱李將軍。南北美之役，統帥南師北維珍尼亞軍團，屢敗北師。
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