Robert E Lee
Robert E. Lee was a Confederate general during the American Civil War, known for his leadership of the Army of Northern Virginia. Post-war, he became a controversial figure symbolizing the Lost Cause of the Confederacy, and his legacy remains contentious in discussions of race and history in the United States.
Born on Jan 19, 1807 (218 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 9,379 | $160,000 | 155$ |
| Totals | 1 | 9,660,351 | 9,379 | $160,000 | 155$ |
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Hungary:
Robert E. Lee is referenced as a military leader from the American Civil War.
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Venezuela:
Robert E. Lee is cited in relation to military deception during the Battle of Gettysburg.
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Liechtenstein:
Robert E. Lee was one of the cadets involved in the inauguration of the monument.
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United Kingdom:
Ellsworth concludes his story at Arlington National Cemetery, on the grounds of the home of Robert E Lee.
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Spain:
Robert E. Lee is celebrated as a traitor who rebelled against the United States in defense of slavery.
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United States:
Robert E. Lee was a Confederate General whose name was restored to a military base by Trump.
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United States:
Fort Gregg-Adams was previously named for Robert E. Lee, the commander of the Confederate army.
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Greece:
Robert E. Lee was a Confederate general who surrendered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant shortly before Lincoln's assassination.
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United States:
Baldwin mentioned Robert E. Lee while discussing the political environment leading up to the Civil War.
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Denmark:
Robert E. Lee is mentioned as a figure whose statue was targeted by protesters.
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