Personal memoirs of U.S. Grant

The Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant is a two-volume autobiography that primarily details Grant's military experiences.

Written in the last year of his life, the memoirs cover his participation in the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. Despite his severe illness and financial struggles, Grant maintained a clear and concise writing style, which has been praised for its clarity and effectiveness.

The work avoids detailed discussions of his childhood and presidency, instead focusing on his military career and offering insights into his strategic decisions and personal observations during the wars.