Robert E. Lee: An Analysis of Strengths and Weaknesses This twelve-page undergraduate paper examines the strengths and weaknesses of Robert E. Lee as a military commander. The author notes that during the early years of the American Civil War, LeeÂ’s brilliant leadership skills and battlefield mastery of military tactics and strategy enabled him to defeat superior Union forces in critical battles such as Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, where his boldness, willingness to divide his forces in the face of the enemy, and keen insight into the weaknesses of Union commanders were critical factors. Pages: 12 Bibliography: 7 source(s) listed Filename: 20730 Price: 107.40