Try to imagine what it was like for Lee after Gettysburg. Every time he saw Longstreet or held a council with his senior generals Longstreet’s mere presence was a torturous rebuke even if Longstreet never raised the issue ever again. It should be noted that for the remainder of the war, beginning with his masterful tactical retreat from Gettysburg, Lee effectively fought Longstreet style defensive battles that cost the Union dearly. Clearly Lee was both haunted and influenced by Longstreet and never recovered from the debacle at Gettysburg.
Thank you, and Happy 4th of July.
Lee and Longstreet got along fine after Gettysburg. Generals argue all the time but still faithfully execute battle plans.