Robert E. Lee attended West Point, the most prestigous military academy in the country, in 1825 and graduated in 1829. During this time Lee never recieved a single demerit, or mark of misconduct. Joseph E. Johnston a classmate, who later fought with Lee in the Civil War wrote, "No other youth ... so united the qualities that win warm friendship and command high respect. For he was full of sympathy and kindness, genial and fond of gay conversation, and even fun." In 1846, the U.S. Army sent Lee to Mexico to survey land for the commanding general, Winfield Scott. Soon, Lee was giving General Scott advice on strategy, even though Scott was the highest-ranking officer in the U.S. Army. Before the Mexican War had ended, Lee was promoted to the rank of brevet colonel. After the war had ended, Lee returned home and was appointed superintendent of West Point from 1852-1855. After that time, Lee was called to duty by the military for his leadership skills. Presidnet James Buchanan called on Lee to lead a group of Marines to capture the abolitionists who participated in John Brown's Raid. Lee and his men arived at Harper's Ferry and captured John Brown and his followers. Lee returns home in 1859, during the early stages leading up to the Civil War.
General Lee was without a doubt one of the most experienced commanders before the outbreak of the Civil War. His leadership abilities were unmatched by many other commanders at this time. Lee's sense of duty and steadfast determination were unfailing throughout the duration of the war. Lee's schooling at West Point and his superior knowledge of military tactics made him one of the greatest generals of that time and throughout history. General Lee very well may have been the greatest general during the Civil War.
Gillis, Jennifer Blizin. "The Marble Man." Robert E. Lee, Confederate Commander. Minneapolis, MN: Compass Point Books. 2005. 23-29. Print
Gillis, Jennifer Blizin. "A Young Soldier." Robert E. Lee, Confederate Commander. Minneapolis, MN: Compass Point Books. 2005. 31-43. Print
General Lee was without a doubt one of the most experienced commanders before the outbreak of the Civil War. His leadership abilities were unmatched by many other commanders at this time. Lee's sense of duty and steadfast determination were unfailing throughout the duration of the war. Lee's schooling at West Point and his superior knowledge of military tactics made him one of the greatest generals of that time and throughout history. General Lee very well may have been the greatest general during the Civil War.
Gillis, Jennifer Blizin. "The Marble Man." Robert E. Lee, Confederate Commander. Minneapolis, MN: Compass Point Books. 2005. 23-29. Print
Gillis, Jennifer Blizin. "A Young Soldier." Robert E. Lee, Confederate Commander. Minneapolis, MN: Compass Point Books. 2005. 31-43. Print
Very good ! 50
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