Robert E.Lee did more to insure post civil war peace than any other person. He was the man who told the former confederate soldiers to stand down and not to engage in insurrection. They mostly followed his orders.
After the war Robert E. Lee urged his troops to return home and focus on rebuilding their communities. He emphasized the importance of peace and reconciliation, and believed it was the duty of every citizen to aid in the restoration of the country. He recognized the suffering and exhaustion of his soldiers and expressed compassion for their situation
“He was the man who told the former confederate soldiers to stand down and not to engage in insurrection. They mostly followed his orders.”
It was an attempt to secede...just like we did in the revolutionary war. Noble causes if ever there were.
You are correct.
He was a valiant warrior and true Gentleman.
He was also a guest of President Grant at the White House.