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