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“The enemy is here, and if we do not whip him, he will whip us.”

Quote by Robert E. Lee

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Robert E. Lee, a prominent military officer in American history, was born on January 19, 1807, and died on October 12, 1870. He served as the commanding general of the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War, known for his military skills and loyalty. more

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