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Episode Synopsis
Today on Dave Does History, we saddle up with one of the most daring figures of the American Revolution: Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee III.
Born in 1756 into Virginia’s privileged planter class, Lee became a battlefield legend, earning his nickname for his lightning-fast cavalry raids. But his story doesn’t stop at the Revolution.
From leading troops during the Whiskey Rebellion to delivering George Washington’s iconic eulogy, Lee’s life was as complex as the young nation he served. A hero, a flawed financier, and a devoted patriot, Light-Horse Harry’s story offers a fascinating lens into the triumphs and struggles of America’s founding.
Born in 1756 into Virginia’s privileged planter class, Lee became a battlefield legend, earning his nickname for his lightning-fast cavalry raids. But his story doesn’t stop at the Revolution.
From leading troops during the Whiskey Rebellion to delivering George Washington’s iconic eulogy, Lee’s life was as complex as the young nation he served. A hero, a flawed financier, and a devoted patriot, Light-Horse Harry’s story offers a fascinating lens into the triumphs and struggles of America’s founding.
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