Background
Lee, Robert Edward was born on October 27, 1843 in Arlington House, Virginia, United States. Son of General Robert Edward (C.S.A.) and Mary Ann Randolph (Custis) L.
Lee, Robert Edward was born on October 27, 1843 in Arlington House, Virginia, United States. Son of General Robert Edward (C.S.A.) and Mary Ann Randolph (Custis) L.
Educated private schools in Virginia, and at University of Virginia, 1860.
Enlisted in Army of Northern Virginia, C.S.A., March 28, 1862, and served until April 9, 1865, becoming captain. After Civil War engaged in farming.
Married Juliet Carter, March 8, 1894.