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President Ulysses S Grant

In Our Time

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Ulysses S. Grant: From Soldier to President

This chapter explores the early life and military career of Ulysses S. Grant, including his challenges and triumphs during the Civil War. It highlights his rise to fame, the misconceptions about his reputation, and his nomination for president in 1868 amidst post-war political dynamics. The narrative further examines the expectations of the Republican North regarding Southern loyalty and civil rights for freed slaves following the Union victory.

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