The Life of Ulysses S. Grant, General United States Army

By Henry Champion Deming

Book Overview

The Life of Ulysses S. Grant is a biography written by Henry C. Deming that chronicles the life of Ulysses S. Grant, a General in the United States Army. The book covers Grant's childhood, his time at West Point, his military career, and his presidency. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Julia Dent and his struggles with alcoholism.The biography provides a detailed account of Grant's military campaigns during the American Civil War, including his victories at Vicksburg and Appomattox. It also explores his role in the Reconstruction era and his efforts to protect the rights of African Americans.Throughout the book, Deming offers insights into Grant's character and leadership style, highlighting his determination, courage, and strategic thinking. The Life of Ulysses S. Grant is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of America's most celebrated military leaders and statesmen.1868. The biography of Grant, beginning with his birth parentage and childhood, education, falling in love, becoming a pacifist then a general of the army, his battles in the war between the North and South, the surrender of General Lee, the fall of the Confederacy, his election as President and finally his death.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: 1162779594
• ISBN13: 9781162779591
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 538 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"