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Robert E. Lee's Recommendation to West Point
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Robert E. Lee's Recommendation to West Point

Provided by: Tennessee State Library and Archives
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Letter from Henry Lee recommending his brother, Robert E. Lee, for admission to West Point.

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  • Rare letter recommending Robert E. Lee, future Confederate commander, for admission to West Point.

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