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Tag Archives: Morality of slavery
Ulysses S. Grant vs Robert E. Lee on Slavery
In 1856, Robert E. Lee described slavery as a “moral & political evil.” That same year Ulysses S. Grant, who personally owned a slave at the time, apparently had no moral objection to the institution. But their actual actions toward … Continue reading
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Tagged Civil War, Confederacy, Morality of slavery, Robert E. Lee, slavery, Ulyesses S. Grant
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Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant: Their Surprising Views on Slavery
The Surprising Contrast Between Lee’s and Grant’s Views on Slavery The year 1856 was significant for both Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant in regard to their attitudes toward slavery. Within a few years, these men would both be … Continue reading
Posted in Civil War, Generals, Slavery
Tagged Civil War, Confederacy, Morality of slavery, Robert E. Lee, slavery, Ulysses S. Grant
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