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Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), An alleged proclamation of President Lincoln. (search)
— and Mr. Seward violated his solemnly-plighted word to the Confederate commissioners by attempting to reinforce and provision Sumter, and thereby convert it into a fortress for the subjugation of Charleston--the first gun had been virtually fired by the United States Government, and the reduction of the fort was as purely an act of self-defence and self-preservation as is to be found in all history. Indeed, the annals of no people struggling for independence afford an example of a more complete defensive war than was ours, nor a more stainless record than we can show in the conduct of the great struggle. And we may proudly await the verdict of history in the full confidence that it will be that of England's accomplished scholar (Professor P. S. Worsley), who said, in his beautiful stanzas dedicating to General R. E. Lee his translation of the Iliad: Ah, realm of tombs!--but let her bear This blazon to the last of times: No nation rose so white and fair, Or fell so pure of crimes
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The death of Major-General J. E. B. Stuart. (search)
he remarked, Doctor, I suppose I am going fast now. It will soon be over. But God's will be done. I hope I have fulfilled my destiny to my country and my duty to God. At half-past 7 o'clock it was evident to the physicians that death was setting its clammy seal upon the brave, open brow of the General, and told him so; asked if he had any last messages to give. The General, with a mind perfectly clear and possessed, then made dispositions of his staff and personal effects. To Mrs. General R. E. Lee he directed that his golden spurs be given as a dying memento of his love and esteem of her husband. To his staff officers he gave his horses. So particular was he in small things, even in the dying hour, that he emphatically exhibited and illustrated the ruling passion strong in death. To one of his staff, who was a heavy-built man, he said, You had better take the larger horse; he will carry you better. Other mementoes he disposed of in a similar manner. To his young son he le
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Book notices. (search)
as done his work admirably, and the general get up of the book reflects great credit on both printers and binders. Memoirs of the war of the Southern Department. By Henry Lee. A new Edition with Revisions and a Biography of the Author. By R. E. Lee. New York: University Publishing Company. We are indebted to the publishers for this admirably gotten up edition of a standard work, which should be in every library. Light horse Harry wielded a graceful pen, and his story of the campaign in the Southern Department is one of deep interest. But the volume now possesses a greatly enhanced value by the addition of the brief biography of his father by General R. E. Lee. This is prepared with a skillful arrangement of material, a delicacy of feeling, and a real power of narration which at the same time charms the reader and deepens the general regret that the distinguished author was not spared to complete his own memoirs of the second war for independence, which the whole world wo
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Letters of General R. E. Lee. (search)
Letters of General R. E. Lee. Anything that pertains to the life or character of our Great Chieftain is read with deep and the sympathy of early friends. Most truly yours, R. E. Lee. Mr. W. W. Corcoran. White Sulphur Springs, 14 August,ial thanks. With high respect, your obedient servant, R. E. Lee, Vestryman Grace Church. W. W. Corcoran, Esq., Chairmand a full measure of happiness, I am most truly yours, R. E. Lee. Hon. W. W. Corcoran. Lexington, Va., 2 October, 1869. Colonel White joins, And I remain, most truly yours, R. E. Lee. Hon. W. W. Corcoran. Lexington, Va., 9th October, 186ature at Richmond? With true regard, sincerely yours, R. E. Lee. Hon. W. W. Corcoran. Lexington, Va., 26th January, 18Thornton and Mr. and Mrs. Russell. With great regard, R. E. Lee. Hon. W. W. Corcoran. hot Springs, Va., 23d August, 18d. Wishing you all health and every happiness, I am, most truly and sincerely, yours, R. E. Lee. Mr. W. W. Corcoran.
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The Bristoe campaign-preliminary report of General R. E. Lee. (search)
The Bristoe campaign-preliminary report of General R. E. Lee. [The following report has never been in print. The reports of Lieutenant-General A. P. Hill, Major-General R. H. Anderson, Major-General H. Heth, Brigadier-General H. H. Walker, Colonel E. D. Hall and Major D. G. McIntosh were all published by the Confederate Government, but from some cause General Lee's report and other subordinate reports were not. Nor do we know whether General Lee ever wrote his final report, as was his cus damage upon the pursuing columns. In the course of these operations two thousand four hundred and thirty-six prisoners were captured, including forty-one commissioned officers. Of the above number four hundred and thirty-four were taken by General Imboden. A more complete account, with a statement of our loss in killed, wounded and prisoners, will be forwarded as soon as the necessary official reports shall have been received. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. E. Lee, General.
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Correspondence concerning the campaign of 1864. (search)
line back to the left again, so as to connect with General Breckinridge, between whom and the left of my line a very wide gap had been made. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. H. Anderson, Major-General. Letter from General R. E. Lee. headquarters army of Northern Virginia, 2d June, 1864--8 P. M. Honorable Secretary of war, Richmond, Va.: Sir — Yesterday afternoon the enemy's cavalry were reported to be advancing by the left of our line toward Hanover Courthou upon the enemy's right flank and drive down in front of our line. General Early made the movement in the afternoon, and drove the enemy from his entrenchments, following him until dark. While this attack was progressing, General Hill reinforced Breckinridge with two brigades of Wilcox's division, and dislodged the enemy from Turkey Hill, in front of our extreme right. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. E. Lee, General. Official: C. Marshall, Lieutenant-Colonel and Aid-de-Camp
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Telegrams concerning operations around Richmond and Petersburg in 1864. (search)
rg, Virginia, August 16th, 1864--8 A. M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: All quiet yesterdayg, Virginia, August 17th, 1864--10 A. M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: All quiet here yestr Petersburg, August 17th, 1864--5 P. M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: Have ordered over btersburg, August 18th, 1864--10.15 A. M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: Following dispatch ear Petersburg, 18th August, 1864--12 M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: Artillery firing ofetersburg, August 18th, 1864--3.40 P. M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: General Hill reportrg, Virginia, August 19th, 1864--8 A. M. General R. E. Lee, Chaffin's Bluff: Three divisions of supposed to come from north of James river. R. E. Lee, General. Official: W. H. Taylor, A. A. G. vision to this point as soon as practicable. R. E. Lee, General. Official: W. H. Taylor, A. A. G. er, Richmond, to have cars at Rice's turnout. R. E. Lee, General. Official: W. H. Taylor, A. A. G.[2 more...]
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Letter from General R. E. Lee. (search)
Letter from General R. E. Lee. [The following letter of General Lee explains itself and is of great historic value. It was not intended for publication, and is written with that caution so characteristic of the man. But anything from our grand old Chief is highly prized, while it deepens the regret that he was not spared to fulfill his purpose of writing the history of his campaigns.] Lexington, Va., 15 April, 1868. William M. Mcdonald, Cool Spring, near Berryville, Clarke Co., Va.r inutility, it was easy for them, under cover of a long, dark and tempestuous night, to cross the narrow river by means of their numerous bridges before we could ascertain their purpose. I have been obliged to be very brief in my remarks, but I hope that I have been able to present to you some facts which may be useful to you in drawing correct conclusions. I must ask that you will consider what I have said as intended solely for yourself. Very respectfully and truly, yours, R. E. Lee.
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Meeting at the White Sulphur Springs. (search)
whose leaders had denounced the constitution as a covenant with the devil, and the Union as a league with hell. No honorable man can read the last speech of Jefferson Davis, in the United States Senate, or the letters of Sidney Johnston and Robert E. Lee, when about to resign their positions in the United States army, and say that the Confederate leaders left the Union from choice or on light occasion. They loved the Union formed of States united by the constitution; they feared a Union consYou don't know what you are talking about; we'll whip 'em in five minutes. Buford replied: I hope you may be right, but I don't believe it. Forrest was a great general; but he never rose to that greatness and dignity of soul which enabled Robert E. Lee at Gettysburg to assume the responsibility of a failure. The second invasion of A. J. Smith. On the 19th of July, 1864, General Grant telegraphed from City Point, Virginia, to General Sherman: I see by Richmond papers of yesterday that
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 7. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), History of Lane's North Carolina brigade. (search)
sion and a part of Sedgwick's — and at Dr. Kinney's farm it fought most heroically. Lieutenant Pollock, of Fauquier county, Virginia, at one time on duty at General R. E. Lee's headquarters, informed me that he heard General Lee, on several occasions, speak in very complimentary terms of the retreat and escape of this regiment undlonel Lee will incorporate their report in his own. Respectfully, James H. Lane, Colonel Commanding Twenty-eighth Regiment North Carolina Volunteers. General R. E. Lee's congratulatory letter to General Branch. headquarters army of Northern Virginia. June 3, 1862. Brigadier-General L. O'B. Branch, Commanding, &c.: Gl of their conduct, and hope that on future occasions they will evince a like heroism and patriotic devotion. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. E. Lee, General. Through Major-General A. P. Hill. After the above battle our brigade moved to the south bank of the Chickahominy near Richmond, where it wa
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