The Ancestry Of General Grant And Their Contemporaries (1869)

By Edward Chauncey Marshall

Book Overview

The Ancestry Of General Grant And Their Contemporaries is a historical book written by Edward Chauncey Marshall, which was originally published in 1869. The book is a detailed account of the ancestry and family history of General Ulysses S. Grant, who was a prominent military leader during the American Civil War and the 18th President of the United States.The book provides a comprehensive genealogical study of Grant's family, tracing his lineage back to his earliest ancestors. Marshall also explores the ancestry of several other notable figures of Grant's time, including Robert E. Lee, Abraham Lincoln, and Jefferson Davis.In addition to genealogical research, the book also delves into the social and historical context of Grant's life and times. Marshall provides insights into the political and cultural climate of the mid-19th century, and how it shaped the lives of the people he writes about.The Ancestry Of General Grant And Their Contemporaries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, genealogy, or the life and legacy of Ulysses S. Grant. It is a well-researched and comprehensive work that provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of some of the most influential figures of the Civil War era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164123270
• ISBN13: 9781164123279
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"