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Robert E Lee's death anniversary renews focus on Arlington mansion
Original: Robert E Lee, who died OTD in 1870, led a failed violent pro-slavery uprising and lived in this mansion his wife inherit
Robert E Lee, commander of the Confederate forces in the American Civil War, died on this day in 1870. Posts marking the anniversary revisit his record as leader of the pro-slavery Confederate rebellion and note that he lived at Arlington House, the Virginia mansion his wife, Mary Anna Custis Lee, inherited. The estate later became Arlington National Cemetery, and the site remains a frequent subject of travel and history discussions.
Why now: The anniversary of Lee's death prompts reflection on his legacy and the history of his former home.
Robert E LeeArlington HouseMary Anna Custis LeeConfederate States of AmericaArlington National Cemetery
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- Robert E Lee, who died OTD in 1870, led a failed violent pro-slavery uprising and lived in this mansion his wife inherited: https:// cromwell-intl.com/travel/usa/w ashington-lee-mansion/?s=mb # CivilWar # travel # history # BLM · bobthetraveler@mastodon.world · 2
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