Robert E. Lee’s horse’s grave vandalized, tribute plaque removed.
Washington and Lee University Removes Plaque and Headstone of Robert E. Lee’s Horse
Washington and Lee University (W&L) recently made a controversial decision to remove the memorials of Traveller, the notorious horse ridden by Robert E. Lee during the Civil War. This move has sparked a heated debate about the limits of political correctness and the erasure of historical figures, even their animal companions.
The Traveller plaque, which had been a fixture on the Washington Street wall of the Lee House stable since 1930, was quietly taken down by university officials. Two other plaques in Payne Hall, commemorating significant rooms related to Lee, were also removed without prior announcement.
While the university did not provide a reason for the removals, it was later revealed that the plaques would be relocated to a new permanent exhibit in the University Chapel. However, Traveller’s headstone, which had been placed over 50 years ago, was also removed, leaving many questioning the university’s motives.
Traditionally, visitors would leave pennies or apples on Traveller’s grave as a sign of respect and remembrance. In response to the removal of the plaques, a group of students and alumni placed numerous apples on Traveller’s grave, capturing a powerful image that quickly went viral.
The decision to remove these memorials has drawn criticism from those who believe it is an attempt to erase history. Twitter users expressed their frustration with what they saw as excessive political correctness, with one user sarcastically pointing out that Lee didn’t even own 200 slaves, as Traveller was rumored to have done.
The cancellation at Washington & Lee University continues.
Today a traitorous horse had its plaque removed.
Traveler is known to have owned 200 slaves. Hate the sarcasm? Well, Lee didn’t own 200 slaves either. #cancelculture #history #WokeMindVirus https://t.co/8oEJZkpyCE
— Jefferson Davis (@Jeff_Davis1808) July 13, 2023
The Generals Redoubt (TGR), a non-profit alumni group, expressed their opposition to the removals by sharing the viral photograph. They accused President Dudley of wanting to eliminate all references to Robert E. Lee from the campus.
Robert E. Lee served as the university’s most transformative president, leading to the institution changing its name to Washington and Lee University after his death. Legend has it that the doors of the stable must remain open for the ghost of Traveller to visit at will. However, with the removal of these memorials, it seems unlikely that the loyal equine would feel welcome at a university that is erasing his master and him from their history.
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