. Four years in the Stonewall Brigade [electronic resource] . rthern Virginia has been compelled to yieldto overwhelming numbers and resources. Ineed not tell the survivors of so many hard-fought battles, who have remained steadfast tothe last, that I have consented to this resultfrom no distrust of them. But feeling thatvalor and devotion could accomplish nothingthat could compensate for the loss that wouldhave attended the continuance of the contest, Idetermined to avoid the sacrifice of those whosepast services have endeared them to their coun-trymen. By the terms of the agreement officers
. Four years in the Stonewall Brigade [electronic resource] . rthern Virginia has been compelled to yieldto overwhelming numbers and resources. Ineed not tell the survivors of so many hard-fought battles, who have remained steadfast tothe last, that I have consented to this resultfrom no distrust of them. But feeling thatvalor and devotion could accomplish nothingthat could compensate for the loss that wouldhave attended the continuance of the contest, Idetermined to avoid the sacrifice of those whosepast services have endeared them to their coun-trymen. By the terms of the agreement officers andmen can return to their homes and remain untilexchanged. You will take with you the satis-faction that proceeds from the consciousness ofduty faithfully performed, and I earnestly praythat a merciful God will extend you his blessingand protection. With an unceasing admirationof your constancy and devotion to your coun-try, and a grateful remembrance of your kindand generous consideration for myself, I bid affectionate farewell. R. E. Lee,
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