General Lee's Horse

In honor of the 144th running of the Belmont Stakes, here's a question for you horse-racing fans:

Q: What was the name of Robert E. Lee's horse?

1. Stranger

2. General

3. Harry 

4. Traveller

To learn more about the Beaufort District connection of Robert E. Lee and his horse, we suggest you check out Lee in the Lowcountry: Defending Charleston & Savannah, 1861 -1862 by Daniel J. Crooks, Jr.  You can find the book at call number 973.7757 CRO in our local history sections.