Personal Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant - Grant, Ulysses S
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The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant is an autobiography by Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States, focused mainly on his military career during the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. It was first published as a two-volume set by Mark Twain shortly after Grant's death. The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant has been highly regarded by the general public, military historians, and literary critics. Positive attention is often directed toward Grant's prose, which has been praised as shrewd, intelligent, and effective. He portrayed himself in the persona of…mehr

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The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant is an autobiography by Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States, focused mainly on his military career during the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. It was first published as a two-volume set by Mark Twain shortly after Grant's death. The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant has been highly regarded by the general public, military historians, and literary critics. Positive attention is often directed toward Grant's prose, which has been praised as shrewd, intelligent, and effective. He portrayed himself in the persona of the honorable Western hero, whose strength lies in his honesty and straightforwardness. He candidly depicts his battles against both the external Confederates and his internal Army foes.
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Ulysses S. Grant, born Hiram Ulysses Grant on April 27, 1822, rose from humble beginnings in Ohio to become the 18th President of the United States, serving from 1869 to 1877. His leadership in the Union Army during the Civil War, highlighted by the decisive Vicksburg campaign and the surrender of Robert E. Lee at Appomattox, propelled him to national fame and ultimately the presidency. Despite political inexperience, Grant's presidency was marked by efforts to stabilize the post-war economy, protect African Americans during Reconstruction, and prosecute the Ku Klux Klan, alongside challenges such as economic turmoil and administrative scandals.After leaving office, Grant's popularity continued as he became the first president to circumnavigate the globe and later penned his critically acclaimed memoirs while battling throat cancer. Despite early historical criticism influenced by the Lost Cause narrative, recent scholarship has begun to acknowledge Grant's contributions to civil service reform, his commitment to civil rights, and his pivotal role in securing the Union, offering a more balanced view of his legacy. Grant's enduring impact on American history is reflected in the recovery of his reputation, as he is increasingly celebrated for his efforts to forge a more inclusive and united nation.