R. E. Lee by Douglas Southall Freeman
- 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) Bruce Catton
B) Douglas Southall Freeman
C) Shelby Foote
D) David Herbert Donald
- 2. In which year was 'R. E. Lee' first published?
A) 1950
B) 1934
C) 1941
D) 1929
- 3. How many volumes are in Freeman's 'R. E. Lee'?
A) 4
B) 2
C) 3
D) 5
- 4. Freeman received which prestigious award for his work on 'R. E. Lee'?
A) Bancroft Prize
B) Pulitzer Prize
C) National Book Award
D) Newbery Medal
- 5. What writing style is Freeman known for in 'R. E. Lee'?
A) Concise and straightforward
B) Detailed and scholarly
C) Narrative and fictional
D) Technical and statistical
- 6. Which battle received significant attention in Freeman's biography?
A) Battle of Gettysburg
B) Battle of Bunker Hill
C) Battle of Antietam
D) Battle of New Orleans
- 7. Freeman portrays Lee as a figure of?
A) Timidity and fear
B) Indifference to politics
C) Honor and duty
D) Greed and ambition
- 8. In which military academy did Lee serve as superintendent?
A) Fort Leavenworth
B) West Point
C) Annapolis
D) VMI
- 9. What role did Lee hold in the Confederate Army?
A) General
B) Major
C) Colonel
D) Captain
- 10. Freeman's biography suggests Lee had a complicated relationship with?
A) The Union Army
B) European powers
C) Virginia's governors
D) The institution of slavery
- 11. Which other historical figure is frequently compared to Lee in Freeman's work?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) George Washington
C) James Madison
D) Andrew Jackson
- 12. Which war does 'R. E. Lee' predominantly cover?
A) War of 1812
B) American Civil War
C) World War I
D) Revolutionary War
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