Robert E. Lee Speech, 1865 (Ms1964-005)
Dates
- 1865
Creator
Access Restrictions
Collection is open for research.
Use Restrictions
Permission to publish material from Robert E. Lee Speech must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.
Biographical Note
Robert E. Lee was the commanding General of the Confederate Army in the Civil War. Lee was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, in 1807. His father was Major General Henry Lee III ("Light Horse Harry"). Lee attended West Point, graduating at the top of his class. Lee was opposed to the succession of the southern states; however, he stood by his native state. After the Civil War Lee became the President of Washington College (present day Washington and Lee University) in 1865 and held that position till his death. Lee used his position as president of the college to show support Johnson's reconstruction plan.
Language of Materials
English
Acquisition Information
This collection was acquired by Newman Library prior to 1964.
Abstract
This collection contains a photocopy of a farewell address (General Order No. 9) to the Army of Northern Virginia, after his surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox, April 10, 1865.
Scope and Content
The speech is a photocopy of a farewell address (General Order No. 9) to the Army of Northern Virginia, after his surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox, April 10, 1865. May have been copied by a soldier from an original.
Processing Information
The processing, arrangement, and description of the Robert E. Lee Speech was completed prior to January 2011. Additional description was completed in January 2011.
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
specref@vt.edu