Personal Memoirs of U.S. Grant Volume 1/2

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The narrative follows Ulysses S. Grant's rise from a tanner's son to a prominent military leader during the Civil War. Initially reluctant, he graduated from West Point and quickly ascended through the ranks, showcasing his strategic prowess at battles like Fort Henry and Fort Donelson, where he famously demanded unconditional surrender. Despite facing setbacks, such as at Shiloh, his tenacity earned him Lincoln's support. Grant's decisive victory at Vicksburg was pivotal, effectively splitting the Confederacy and solidifying his status as a key Union general.