Robert E. Lee's casket was reportedly too small due to the nature of his burial preparations. After his death, his body was embalmed, and during this process, some sources suggest that his body was slightly altered, leading to a mismatch with the casket size. Additionally, there may have been logistical issues or miscalculations in selecting the casket for his burial. Ultimately, this led to a somewhat awkward fit during the funeral proceedings.
Because the casket used was a bit too small for his body
Virginia.
Lees horse, Traveller had lived for several years after Lees death in 1870.
He was a Confederate general
Lorraina Teddy Lee
Because the casket used was a bit too small for his body
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college president
Virginia.
Lees horse, Traveller had lived for several years after Lees death in 1870.
Anne Hill Lee.
He was a Confederate general
Lorraina Teddy Lee
Mary Anna Custis Lee
Washington and Lee College
June 30th, 1831.