
Lexington Reacts to Lee’s Death
October 12 served as the 155th anniversary of the death of Robert E. Lee.

Washington Given Command
George Washington confides in his wife about the daunting task of commanding the ragtag Continental Army.

A Presidential Defense of the Honor System
Former university president challenges law professor’s censure of Honor System.

Historical Highlight: A Student Under General Lee
An aged alumnus looks back at the stern yet kindly leadership of President Robert E. Lee.

Historical Highlight: Washington Responds to Gift Solicitation
President George Washington picks Liberty Hall Academy to receive his gift of stock.

Historical Highlight: The Friendship of Edith Bolling Wilson and F.P. Gaines
Letters from a former First Lady speak highly on one of W&L’s greatest leaders.

Historical Highlight: Teddy Roosevelt Praises Robert E. Lee
A kind commendation of General Lee by President Roosevelt during the Lee Centennial of 1907

Historical Highlight: “Recollections and Letters of General Robert E. Lee”
A century-old book review by William Taylor Thom, Class of 1869

Historical Highlight: Abolitionists Vouch for President Lee
This highlight features excerpts from an 1868 pamphlet fundraising for Washington College under President Robert E. Lee.


Historical Highlight: John Robinson’s Exhumation
An 1855 letter describes the time capsule buried under the Robinson obelisk…



Historical Highlight: The Centennial of the Reaper
The Centennial of the Reaper, September 25, 1931


