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