An account of Porte Crayon’s visit to the Natural Bridge in Virginia.

Former university president challenges law professor’s censure of Honor System

An aged alumnus looks back at the stern yet kindly leadership of President Robert E. Lee

Washington and Lee trustees thank General GWC Lee for his exceptional charity towards the university

Letters from a former First Lady speak highly on one of W&L’s greatest leaders.

An endearing letter from President Roosevelt commends the educational legacy of Robert E. Lee.

This century-old pamphlet fundraised for the “enlarging opportunities of the future” while celebrating the patriotism and religion of university history.

A century-old book review by William Taylor Thom, Class of 1869.

This highlight features excerpts from an 1868 pamphlet fundraising for Washington College under President Robert E. Lee.

Four letters during Lee’s presidency from prospective students seeking financial aid scholarships.

An 1855 letter describes the time capsule buried under the Robinson obelisk.

Upon hearing of Washington’s intent to donate his James River Company stock to a Virginian university, William Graham writes on behalf of Liberty Hall Academy.  

Four student accounts detail the state of the honor system under President Lee.

A 1931 bulletin describes McCormick’s contributions to Washington and Lee University as well as advertises the Centennial of the Reaper Celebration.

A letter exchange between Professor Louis Hodges and Martin Luther King Jr., inviting Dr. King to speak at Washington and Lee University.

Records of the Board of Trustees three days following the death of Robert E. Lee. The records discuss plans to memorialize and pay homage to the influential president.

A comparison of convocation speeches from President Smith and Provost Hill, delivered 100 years apart from each other.