Was Robert E. Lee a ggod general?

Answer 1

Yes. Of the greatest American generals ever, Lee may not be in a class by himself, but it does not take long to call the roll.

Lee was always outnumbered, had only slender resources to work with, was greatly hampered by numerous difficulties, of supply and transportation, lack of arms and equipment, and food. At times thousands of his soldiers were barefoot.

But even against the odds and working against all these difficulties, Lee not only survived but won battles, and came near to winning the war against a determined foe.

Answer 2

He was loved by his troops but feared by his enemies. Most of his enemies respected him.