Robert E. Quotes
The first Native American to become a General Officer. Appointed by President Grant in 1869. When Lee arrived there were many Black troops and he mistook General Parker for a Negro but then apologized saying that “I am glad to see one real American here.” This was Parker’s reply.
The Civil War produced more deaths than all other American wars put together. Lee’s skill and gentlemanly demeanor subdue the fact that his treasonous efforts caused more American soldiers to die than the entire Second World War—and yet some Americans regard him as a hero while others see him as a traitor.
Two days later Lee surrendered at Richmond, and the Civil War was over. On April 14, Lincoln was assassinated. He died the next day.
The slavery issue also split the Cherokee. A number of the wealthier old families had and worked Black Slaves and they supported the South officially and militarily. Waite, the recipient of the letter, was a Confederate General.
Instead Lee took Longstreet’s advice and surrendered at Appomattox.
