[pboyington]

Probably one of the greatest scenes from any movie.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6mIhmcPM_8

RE Lee is still the most beloved general in American history, no matter what the social engineers write. Whether you would have fought for the Union or the CSA, you have to admire the professionalism and ability of the ANV.

[Hieronymus]

The movie scene reminds me of John Paul II and World Youth Day.

[the OlLine Rebel]

I wouldn’t say he’s THE most beloved. But definitely up there.

Washington was absolutely worshipped. For generations.

[BroJoeK]

pboyington: "Whether you would have fought for the Union or the CSA, you have to admire the professionalism and ability of the ANV."

Lee's ANV was certainly brilliant in defense.
On offense, such as Antietam & Gettysburg, not so much.

I would compare Lee as roughly equivalent to that other great Virginia general: George H. Thomas.