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100 1 _aCooke, John Esten,
_d1830-1886
245 1 2 _aA Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee
246 1 _aLife of General Robert E. Lee
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508 _aProduced by Dave Maddock, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"A Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee" by John Esten Cooke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the life and character of Robert E. Lee, focusing on his military career and personal attributes that earned him the admiration of his peers, both friends and foes alike. It aims to portray Lee as a man of exceptional integrity, whose dedication to duty and service made him an enduring figure in American history. The opening of the biography introduces the esteemed character of Robert E. Lee, highlighting the widespread respect and admiration he garnered across political divides. It emphasizes his military genius, moral rectitude, and humility, along with the personal struggles he faced during the Civil War, particularly when deciding to side with his home state of Virginia. The text underscores how Lee's dedication to his duty transcended personal ambition, illustrating his commitment to the principles he valued, even in the face of significant adversity. John Esten Cooke notes the profound impact of Lee’s upbringing and background, providing a glimpse into the influential family ties that shaped his character, setting the stage for a more detailed exploration of Lee's life and military career throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns
653 _aLee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography
653 _aConfederate States of America. Army -- Officers -- Biography
653 _aGenerals -- Confederate States of America -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10692
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