They Named a College after Robert E. Lee?

Written By Kamron Spivey

October 15, 2025

155 years ago today trustees in a small Virginia town made some major decisions: naming a college after Robert E. Lee, burying him on campus, and making his birthday a holiday. Why did they celebrate this Confederate General? Check out our YouTube channel to learn more!

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