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In reply to the discussion: Nazi war hero. Confederate war hero. [View all]Bluerthanblue
(13,669 posts)of why Lee led the army of the confederates. You'd do well to read up on his reluctance to fight against the Union. There is a lot you clearly do not know about the man- he didn't want to take up arms against 'the union'- and had even been willing to fight with the Union forces, but was unwilling to fight against his fellow Virginians. He asked to be allowed to just opt out of the war entirely .
http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/04/19/the-general-in-his-study/
Lee was not personally in favor of slavery. To equate him with Hitler is foolishness.
I'm no fan of his, but I am a fan of fairness and truth. Hitler and Lee are not comparable. Your mis-characterization of him is unfair and unfounded.
Pres. Lincoln's stand to end slavery evolved- there are some facts and statements which he made that don't sit very comfortably with the angelic image many have of him.
He was a GREAT man and an excellent leader. But he had some distinct prejudices and short comings. Just as Lee had his own admirable qualities and is worthy of a modicum of respect.
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