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Francis H. Smith to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-12

 Item — Box 7A, Folder: 45
Scope and Contents

This letter was written by VMI Superintendent Francis H. Smith on March 12, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Smith writes to inform Lee that a new VMI cadet, William F. Dancey, believes that the damage to VMI has resulted in the institution being unable to perform its purpose. He relays Dancey's desire to instead enroll in Washington College.

Dates: 1866-03-12

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  • Names: Washington College (Lexington, Va.) X
  • Names: Smith, Francis H., Colonel (Francis Henney) X