Lee moved his army in a westerly direction during the Civil War primarily to invade the North and seek a decisive victory that could sway public opinion and potentially lead to negotiations for peace. This maneuver aimed to relieve pressure on Virginia's farmland and provide supplies for his troops. Additionally, advancing into the North was intended to disrupt Union plans and possibly secure foreign recognition for the Confederacy.
Chancellorsville
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Chancellorsville.
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Hooker attempted a surprise attack against Lee and Lee's cavalry(Stuart) discovered the movement of most of Hooker's Army. Lee took action to move his troops in order to face and counteract Hooker's plan. The result was a great victory for Lee's Army and another humiliating defeat for the Army of the Potomac.
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Chancellorsville
Chancellorsville
Bryarly Lee was born on May 16, 1932, in Westerly, Rhode Island, USA.
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Chancellorsville
Chancellorsville.
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Hooker attempted a surprise attack against Lee and Lee's cavalry(Stuart) discovered the movement of most of Hooker's Army. Lee took action to move his troops in order to face and counteract Hooker's plan. The result was a great victory for Lee's Army and another humiliating defeat for the Army of the Potomac.
Lee commanded Lee's army at Gettysburg.
Lee needed shoes for his army, many of whom were marching in bare feet. It was also a railroad junction from which he could maneuver in any direction.