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"The Power of Place" by Karen Byrne, discusses using historical structures to help children learn about slavery.

 

Robert E. Lee's bedchamber  

Did You Know?
Robert E. Lee made his decision to resign from the US Army in his bedchamber on the second floor of Arlington House. Lee wrote his resignation letter the night of April 20, 1861, and left two days later, never to return.

Last Updated: August 27, 2007 at 13:31 EST