Robert E. Lee decided to engage Northern forces at Gettysburg in July 1863 as part of his strategy to shift the war's focus to the North. He aimed to relieve pressure on Virginia, gather supplies, and possibly influence Northern public opinion to sway toward peace. Additionally, a decisive victory on Northern soil could strengthen the Confederacy's position and encourage foreign recognition. Ultimately, Lee believed that a successful campaign could bring about a turning point in the Civil War.
Robert E. Lee commanded the Confederate Forces at Gettysburg.
General Robert E. Lee commanded the Army of Northern Virginia at Gettysburg.
Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia.
General Robert E. Lee led the Confederate forces.
Meade commanded the Union forces. Lincoln as president was Commander-in-Chief.
Robert E. Lee commanded the Confederate Forces at Gettysburg.
General Robert E. Lee commanded the Army of Northern Virginia at Gettysburg.
Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia.
Robert E. Lee
General Robert E. Lee led the Confederate forces.
Meade commanded the Union forces. Lincoln as president was Commander-in-Chief.
George Meade
Ok, first of all; General Robert E. Lee was the sole commander of confederate forces at the Battle of Gettysburg. But, naturally under him were many subordinant generals who also commanded troops under Lee
General George Meade was the commander of the Union forces at Gettysburg.
Washington led Patriot forces in the American Revolution. He did not fight at the Battle of Gettysburg.
When General Robert E. Lee moved his Confederate forces out of Virginia in June 1863, the Union forces were commanded by Major General Joseph Hooker. Hooker was in charge during the early stages of the Gettysburg Campaign. However, he was soon replaced by General George G. Meade, who took command just before the Battle of Gettysburg began later that month.
Battle of Gettysburg