Lee Lieutenants: A Study in Command

By John Keegan

In the annals of military history, few generals have inspired as much admiration and debate as Robert E. Lee. His leadership of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia during the American Civil War has been the subject of countless studies, yet his success remains a source of fascination and controversy.

Lee's Lieutenants: A Study in Command

by Douglas Southall Freeman

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One of the most important factors in Lee's success was the quality of his lieutenants. Lee was fortunate to have a cadre of talented and experienced officers who shared his vision and were willing to follow him into battle. These men, known as the "Lee Lieutenants," played a key role in the Confederate Army's victories and defeats.

In Lee Lieutenants: A Study in Command, John Keegan provides a comprehensive examination of the leadership of Lee's top generals. Keegan draws on a wealth of primary and secondary sources to create a vivid and detailed portrait of these men and their relationships with Lee.

Keegan argues that Lee's success was due in large part to his ability to delegate authority and trust his lieutenants. He gave them the freedom to operate independently within the framework of his overall strategy. This allowed the Confederate Army to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and to exploit opportunities as they arose.

However, Keegan also shows that Lee's lieutenants were not always in agreement with him. They often had their own ideas about how the war should be fought, and they were not afraid to voice their opinions. Lee welcomed this debate, and he often changed his plans based on the input of his subordinates.

The relationship between Lee and his lieutenants was a complex and evolving one. It was a relationship based on mutual respect and trust, but it was also a relationship that was tested by the demands of war.

In Lee Lieutenants: A Study in Command, John Keegan provides a fascinating account of the leadership of Robert E. Lee and his top generals. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, the American Civil War, or the art of leadership.

Reviews

"Lee Lieutenants: A Study in Command is a tour de force. Keegan has written a book that is both authoritative and accessible. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the American Civil War or the art of leadership." - James M. McPherson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Battle Cry of Freedom

"Keegan has written a brilliant and insightful book that sheds new light on the leadership of Robert E. Lee. Lee Lieutenants: A Study in Command is a must-read for anyone interested in military history." - Gary W. Gallagher, author of The Confederate War

About the Author

John Keegan is a world-renowned military historian. He has written over 20 books on military history, including The Face of Battle, The Mask of Command, and The First World War.

Lee's Lieutenants: A Study in Command

by Douglas Southall Freeman

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	38354 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	910 pages

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