Arlington House

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Robert E Lee resided in this gracious home set high on the hills overlooking the Potomac River. His home and part of his 1100-acre property were confiscated after he left to command the Confederate Army of Virginia, and Union dead were buried around the house to spite him. After the war, the family sued the federal government for reimbursement and received it. The historic house has been open since 1817 for public tours.