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Henry Lee III (January 29, 1756 – March 25, 1818) was an early American Patriot and politician who served as the ninth Governor of Virginia and as the Virginia Representative to the United States Congress.
Henry Lee III or, as he was referred to after the American Revolution, “Light-Horse” Harry Lee, was one of George Washington’s most tenacious cavalry commanders. Lee was best known for leading the Second Partizan Corps or "Lee's Legion" during the conflict.
Henry Lee III, also known as “Light-Horse Harry”, was an American Patriot, politician, and cavalry officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. He gained fame for his exceptional horsemanship and daring cavalry raids, which played a significant role in several key battles.
Henry Lee III, otherwise known as Light Horse Harry Lee, was a Revolutionary War colonel and horseman from Virginia famous for his military tactics and bravery during the war.
May 2, 2022 · Henry Lee, also known as Light-Horse Harry Lee or Henry Lee III, was an officer in the Continental and U.S. armies, a representative from Virginia to the Confederation Congress (1786–1788) and the U.S. House of Representatives (1799–1801), a member of the House of Delegates (1789–1791), the governor of Virginia (1791–1794), and the ...
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Sep 2, 2017 · American Military History. Gen. Henry Lee III. As tales of his daring raids on horseback spread, Revolutionary War hero Henry Lee III became known as "Lighthorse Harry." (National...
Jul 2, 2021 · Henry Lee III, also known as Light Horse Harry Lee, was an officer in the Continental Army who served under George Washington during the American Revolutionary War. His nickname, "Light Horse Harry," was given to him due to his ability on the horse.