The contrast between the two Generals at the confrontation in the living room of the McLean Hose was most striking. Grant's mud-splattered uniform was that of a private with only the shoulder straps of a Lieutenant General to designate his rank. His uniform was unbuttoned at the neck and was unadorned by either sword or spurs.
Lee, on the other hand, had taken special pains for his last act of the drama a sif dressing for execution. His uniform was immaculate, his jewel studded sword of the finest workmanship. His well-polished boots were ornamented with red stitching and set off by a handsome pair of spurs.
--Old B-Runner
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