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Box 2

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Contains 70 Results:

Letters from Robert E. Lee, 1863 - 1865

 Sub-Series — Box: 2
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: 1863 - 1865
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 Howell Cobb, 1863-01-12

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 71
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses the feasibility to shifting companies around.

Dates: 1863-01-12
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 John F. Skaggs, 1863-03-29

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 72
Abstract

Lee thanks Skaggs for sending a gift.

Dates: 1863-03-29
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, 1863-07-13

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 73
Abstract

Robert E. Lee commands Imboden to cross the Potomac and stop the advance of the enemy.

Dates: 1863-07-13
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, 1863-08-22

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 74
Abstract

Robert E. Lee replies to Davis' declining of his resignation after the Battle of Gettysburg.

Dates: 1863-08-22
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, 1863-09-03

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 75
Abstract

Robert E. Lee informs Davis that the Florida brigade cannot be spared unless an equal force can be sent to take its place.

Dates: 1863-09-03
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 George Washington Custis Lee, 1863-09-30

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 76
Abstract

Robert E. Lee requests that his son take his valued watch to get repaired and send it back as soon as possible.

Dates: 1863-09-30
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 Gooch Raily, 1863-11-25

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 77
Abstract

Robert E. Lee commends Raily for his commitment to the country, although he cannot advise him to act against the wishes of his parents.

Dates: 1863-11-25
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 Nat Burwell, 1863-12-14

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 78
Abstract

Robert E. Lee thanks Burwell for sending apples and wild cat skin.

Dates: 1863-12-14
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 Gooch Raily, 1863-12-19

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 79
Abstract

Robert E. Lee expresses contentment at hearing that Raily will enter the service and serve the Confederacy.

Dates: 1863-12-19
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 Mary C. Jerdone, 1863-12-29

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 80
Abstract

Robert E. Lee thanks Mary for sending him a handkerchief and a note.

Dates: 1863-12-29
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 Mary C. Jerdone, 1864-01-16

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 81
Abstract

Robert E. Lee requests that Jerdone eat something and notifies her that he sent partridges.

Dates: 1864-01-16
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 Richard Stoddert Ewell, 1864-02-18

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 82
Abstract

Robert E. Lee asks that Ewell address the many desertions.

Dates: 1864-02-18
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 Jefferson Davis, 1864-04-15

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 85
Abstract

General Lee discusses general strategy, particularly in defense of Richmond, Virginia.

Dates: 1864-04-15
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 Armistead L. Long, 1864-04-16

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 86
Abstract

General Lee expresses that the artillery of the 2nd Corps should advance to the front.

Dates: 1864-04-16
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 James Longstreet, 1864-04-20

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 87
Abstract

General Lee discusses present situtation at various locations.

Dates: 1864-04-20
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 Neilia Cave, 1864-04-21

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 88
Abstract

General Lee thanks Cave for sending a gift and updates her on successes at Plymouth, North Carolina.

Dates: 1864-04-21
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, 1864-04-23

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 89
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses general strategy with Jefferson Davis.

Dates: 1864-04-23
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 Charles Carter Lee, 1864-02-20

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 83
Abstract

Robert E. Lee discusses the need for crops and bacon to feed the troops and discusses the death of his daughter-in-law Charlotte. Mentions other family matters and personal updates.

Dates: 1864-02-20
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 James Longstreet, 1864-03-08

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 84
Abstract

Robert E. Lee writes on possible strategy for Tennessee campaign.

Dates: 1864-03-08
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 Charles Carter Lee, 1864-08-12

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 94
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: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-08-12
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 Jefferson Davis, 1864-08-13

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 95
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: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-08-13
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 Jubal A. Early, 1864-09-17

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 96
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: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-09-17
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 William Nelson Pendleton, 1864-10-21

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 97
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: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-10-21
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 Unknown, 1864-10-21

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 98
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: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1864-10-21
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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