Samuel Tyler to Robert E. Lee, 1865-11-05
Scope and Contents
This collection contains primary and secondary resources pertaining to Robert E. Lee and the Lee family. Included are correspondences from, to, and about Lee and various family members; memorabilia, pamphlets, photographs, reminiscences, miscellaneous personal papers, family history and genealogy. The collection includes materials acquired from the Lee family and items donated to and purchased and compiled by W&L University since Lee's tenure as president of Washington College from 1865 - 1870. Adminstrative papers, such as President's Reports, etc..., from Robert E. Lee's presidency of the school may be found within the W&L University Archives. Please contact W&L Special Collections for information regarding the University Archives.
Dates
- Creation: 1865-11-05
Creator
- From the Collection: Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 24 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Roger B. Taney, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court during much of the Civil War and during notable Supreme Court decisions such as Dredd Scott vs. Sandford, was having his biography written by Samuel Tyler. Tyler had heard that the Taney family “intimately” knew Robert E. Lee. Tyler asked that Lee might send him relevant information, such as letters or reminiscences.
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository