1776

The Lees of Old Virginia


The Lees of Virginia were descendants of Richard Lee (died 1664) born in England; to Virginia about 1641; great-grandsons prominent in 1776.

Their estates were "Stratford" in Westmoreland County, and "Leesylvania" in Prince William County.

Mentioned in the song:

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The most famous Lee:

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