Robert E. Lee was a famous Confederate general and commander of the Northern Virginian Army during the ‘American Civil War.’ His brilliance in war waging strategies and achievements during the ‘Civil War’ makes him an iconic figure. He belonged to a family of ruling class in Virginia. At an early age, he joined the American army at West Point, Virginia. He completed his engineering studies headed by the ‘Army Corps of Engineers.’ His active participation in the ‘American Civil War’ and his illustrious career continue to serve as an inspiration to many young Americans. His contribution to the American history is celebrated in many ways. His birthday is celebrated as a public holiday in different parts of America. Many memorials and statues have been erected in his remembrance. His contribution as president of ‘The Washington College,’ Virginia has been of utmost prominence. He has been commemorated on US postage stamps. In 2002, one of his items was sold at an auction for a whopping $630,000. On September 29, 2007, three of his Civil War-era letters were sold for $61,000.