forrest wasn't under lee's command. as for lee's ability in the field... he did more with less constantly. if you haven't read the war, note that few of the leaders had even seen a division all in one place, never mind led one. they were mostly amateurs. for those who have been in the army, imaging going through basic and finding that all the others in your unit had no experience. then you fight a battle, in which confusion reigns. no radios. communication by courier. it's amazing they did as well as they did.
