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Why Did General Lee Surrender?
The surrender of General Robert E. Lee to Union General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865, marked the end of the American Civil War. This pivotal moment in history has been the subject of much debate and speculation. The question of why General Lee chose to surrender, despite the possibility of continuing the fight, remains a topic of interest for historians and Civil War enthusiasts alike. This article aims to explore the various reasons behind Lee’s decision to surrender and its implications on the outcome of the war.