Ulysses S. Grant

Ulysses S. Grant

Hiram Ulysses Grant

18th US President, Union General
Ulysses S. Grant was 18th US President born April 27, 1822. Led Union Army to victory in Civil War, served two terms as president.

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Interesting Facts

  • 18th President of United States (1869-1877)
  • Union Army Commanding General in Civil War
  • Accepted Lee's surrender at Appomattox
  • Born Hiram Ulysses Grant (West Point error)
  • Served two terms as president
  • Fought for civil rights, 15th Amendment
  • Wrote bestselling memoirs while dying
  • Buried in Grant's Tomb, New York City

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Ulysses S. Grant is 63 years old, born on April 27, 1822.

Ulysses S. Grant is known as a 18th US President, Union General.
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