- 1. R. E. Lee by Douglas Southall Freeman is a monumental four-volume biography that offers an exhaustive and meticulously detailed account of the life of General Robert E. Lee, one of the most celebrated military figures in American history. Freeman, an eminent historian and biographer, delves into not only Lee's military strategies and leadership during the American Civil War but also his early life, family background, and the personal values that shaped his character. The narrative is enriched with a wealth of primary sources, including letters, official records, and contemporary accounts, providing readers a multifaceted view of Lee as a soldier, leader, and man. Freeman's deep respect for his subject is evident throughout, balancing an admiration for Lee's military talents with a critical examination of his choices, particularly in the context of the war and its moral implications. This biography not only serves as a tribute to Lee's legacy but also reflects on the broader themes of honor, duty, and the complex nature of leadership amidst the turmoil of a nation divided.
Who authored the biography 'R. E. Lee'?
A) David Herbert Donald
B) Douglas Southall Freeman
C) Bruce Catton
D) Shelby Foote
- 2. In which year was 'R. E. Lee' first published?
A) 1941
B) 1934
C) 1929
D) 1950
- 3. How many volumes are in Freeman's 'R. E. Lee'?
A) 5
B) 2
C) 4
D) 3
- 4. Freeman received which prestigious award for his work on 'R. E. Lee'?
A) Newbery Medal
B) Pulitzer Prize
C) National Book Award
D) Bancroft Prize
- 5. What writing style is Freeman known for in 'R. E. Lee'?
A) Narrative and fictional
B) Technical and statistical
C) Concise and straightforward
D) Detailed and scholarly
- 6. Which battle received significant attention in Freeman's biography?
A) Battle of Antietam
B) Battle of New Orleans
C) Battle of Bunker Hill
D) Battle of Gettysburg
- 7. Freeman portrays Lee as a figure of?
A) Indifference to politics
B) Timidity and fear
C) Honor and duty
D) Greed and ambition
- 8. In which military academy did Lee serve as superintendent?
A) Annapolis
B) VMI
C) Fort Leavenworth
D) West Point
- 9. What role did Lee hold in the Confederate Army?
A) Colonel
B) General
C) Major
D) Captain
- 10. Freeman's biography suggests Lee had a complicated relationship with?
A) The institution of slavery
B) Virginia's governors
C) The Union Army
D) European powers
- 11. Which other historical figure is frequently compared to Lee in Freeman's work?
A) Andrew Jackson
B) George Washington
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) James Madison
- 12. Which war does 'R. E. Lee' predominantly cover?
A) American Civil War
B) War of 1812
C) Revolutionary War
D) World War I
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