Robert E. Lee: General Order No. 9 - Milestone Documents

Robert E. Lee: General Order No. 9

( 1865 ) Commentary by Brooks D. Simpson, Arizona State University

“After four years of arduous service, marked by unsurpassed courage and fortitude, the Army of Northern Virginia has been compelled to yield to overwhelming numbers and resources.” - General Order No. 9

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Robert E. Lee (Library of Congress)

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