Robert Edward Lee Collection
"Robert Edward Lee: A Legacy of Leadership and Controversy" Step into the past with a glimpse of the Lee Mansion's exterior, captured between 1860 and 1880
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"Robert Edward Lee: A Legacy of Leadership and Controversy" Step into the past with a glimpse of the Lee Mansion's exterior, captured between 1860 and 1880. The unknown creator immortalizes this historic landmark that once housed General Robert E. Lee, a figure whose name is deeply intertwined with American history. In another enigmatic portrait from the same era, we catch a glimpse of Gen. Robert E. Lee himself, his stoic expression reflecting both determination and conflict as he navigates through turbulent times during the Civil War. Fast forward to 1939, where Dorothea Lange's lens captures a poignant scene through a grocery window. This image serves as a reminder that even in mundane moments, echoes of history can still be felt. Travel back to April 1865 at McLeans House in Appomattox Court-House, Virginia - witness Alexander Gardner's lens capturing an iconic moment when surrender loomed large over General Lee and his army. The weight of defeat hangs heavy in the air. Delve deeper into family ties with David H. Anderson's portrait of George Washington Custis Lee in 1876 - son of Robert E. Lee - showcasing how one man's choices reverberate across generations. Relive the intensity and chaos on the battlefield through vivid lithographs depicting the Battle of Antietam; these artistic renditions by various publishers transport us to that fateful day in history when lives were forever changed. Witness history unfold before your eyes as Lt. Genl Grant accepts General Lee’s capitulation & surrender at Appomattox Chi Va. , marking a pivotal moment towards reconciliation after years of bloodshed during America’s deadliest war. An engraving from around 1870 immortalizes Robert Edward Lee himself – capturing not just his likeness but also hinting at his unwavering dedication to duty amidst personal struggles during this tumultuous period.