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Contains 74 Results:

Letters from Robert E. Lee, 1833 - 1862

 Sub-Series — Box: 1
Scope and Contents From the Collection: 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...
Dates: 1833 - 1862
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Richard S. Ewell, 1862-05-08

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 58
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses possible troop movements.

Dates: 1862-05-08
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Henry T. Clark, 1862-05-18

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 59
Abstract

Robert E. Lee attempts to rectify a miscommunication between the North Carolina governor and himself.

Dates: 1862-05-18
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Joseph E. Johnston, 1862-05-19

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 60
Abstract

Robert E. Lee informs the general that there are no troops in Richmond that suit his request.

Dates: 1862-05-19
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to George Wythe Randolph, 1862-06-16

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 61
Abstract

Robert E. Lee ask Randolph to call his headquarters before riding into town.

Dates: 1862-06-16
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to George B. McClellan, 1862-07-12

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 62
Abstract

Robert E. Lee informs McClellan that he has no objection receiving the baggage of his wounded and unwounded officers.

Dates: 1862-07-12
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Samuel Basset French, 1862-08-08

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 63
Abstract

Robert E. Lee expresses regret because he has been unable to spend time with the troops.

Dates: 1862-08-08
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Jefferson Davis, 1862-08-24

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 64
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses strategic movements and his ability to feed the troops.

Dates: 1862-08-24
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Jefferson Davis, 1862-08-30

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 65
Abstract

Robert E. Lee shares a Confedersate victory with Davis.

Dates: 1862-08-30
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Jefferson Davis, 1862-09-03

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 66
Abstract

Robert E. Lee writes to Jefferson Davis regarding the second Battle of Bull Run.

Dates: 1862-09-03
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to John D. Imboden, 62-10-06

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 67
Abstract

Robert E. Lee commends the Colonel for his success at Hanging Rock.

Dates: 62-10-06
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to W. N. Pendleton, 1862-10-10

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 68
Abstract

Robert E. Lee advises which route Pendleton should take.

Dates: 1862-10-10
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Jefferson Davis, 1862-11-06

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 69
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses strategy before the Battle of Fredericksburg.

Dates: 1862-11-06
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Ambrose Everett Burnside, 1862-12-19

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 70
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses a private who was captured and will be tried as a spy.

Dates: 1862-12-19
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Samuel Cooper, 1855-03-17

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 33
Abstract

Robert E. Lee writes a recommendation note for Harry Burgden.

Dates: 1855-03-17
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Samuel Cooper, 1855-05-12

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 34
Abstract

Robert E. Lee requests extra funding for recruiting purposes.

Dates: 1855-05-12
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Samuel Cooper, 1855-05-18

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 35
Abstract

Robert E. Lee comments on status of his men and supplies.

Dates: 1855-05-18
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Mrs. H. W. Barry, 1857

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 36
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses social and family matters.

Dates: 1857
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Samuel Cooper, 1857-08-25

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 37
Abstract

Robert E. Lee writes a letter of recommendation for John M. Jones.

Dates: 1857-08-25
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte, 1858-06-14

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 38
Abstract

Robert E. Lee expresses excitement at the prospect of receiving a bust of Jerome N. Bonaparte.

Dates: 1858-06-14
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to Irwin McDowell, 1858-07-31

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 39
Abstract

Robert E. Lee updates the Major with his new address for the month of August.

Dates: 1858-07-31
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to S.. Thomas, 1859-06-16

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 44
Abstract

Robert E. Lee thanks the Colonel for patience and permission to extend his leave of absence. He is occupied handling the will of Mr. Custis.

Dates: 1859-06-16
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to S. Thomas, 1859-07-01

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 45
Abstract

Robert E. Lee informs Thomas that he has received a four month extension for his leave of absence.

Dates: 1859-07-01
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to S. Thomas, 1859-01-01

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 40
Abstract

Robert E. Lee reports his new address in Arlington, Virginia.

Dates: 1859-01-01
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee to S. Thomas, 1859-04-01

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 41
Abstract

Robert E. Lee reports his new address for August in Arlington, Virginia.

Dates: 1859-04-01
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / Robert E. Lee Family papers / Letters from Robert E. Lee / Letters from Robert E. Lee

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