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One of Lees greatest contributions, even if not consciously intended, was actually ending slavery. When the Civil War started the objective was to save the union and there was no intention to free the slaves. Lincolns government wanted to return to the pre-war status quo. If the war had ended quickly, it may have taken many years for slavery to be abolished. However, while Confederate forces lost battle after battle in the West, Lee proved a military genius and won battle after battle in the East, prolonging the war until Lincoln had to create a justification for continuing the war despite the endless slaughter. Lees victories forced the Union into conducting a moral crusade.
Posted on: Mon, 20 Jan 2014 05:25:44 +0000

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