Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, Misérabilisme, Watercolor Painting
Facts about Ulysses S. Grant
- Birth and Death: Hiram Ulysses Grant was born on April 27, 1822, in Point Pleasant, Ohio, and died on July 23, 1885, in Washington, D.C.
- Military Career: Grant served as a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War, ultimately becoming General-in-Chief of all Union forces. He is best known for accepting Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s surrender at Appomattox Courthouse in April 1865.
- Presidency: Grant was elected as the 18th President of the United States in 1868 and served two terms until 1877. During his presidency, he oversaw the Reconstruction era following the Civil War and signed key legislation, including the Civil Rights Act of 1875 and the Ku Klux Klan Act.
- Personal Life: Grant was married to Julia Dent Grant and had four children with her. He was known for his honesty and integrity, earning the nickname “Unconditional Surrender” Grant.
- Legacy: Grant is often regarded as one of the most important figures in American history, credited with preserving the Union and ending slavery during the Civil War era. He remains a popular subject for historians, biographers, and enthusiasts alike.
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