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

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Focusing on Ulysses S. Grant's early military career, this volume chronicles his rise from a reluctant West Point graduate to a key Union general during the Civil War. It details his significant victories, including the capture of Fort Henry and Fort Donelson, where he famously demanded unconditional surrender. The narrative also covers the brutal Battle of Shiloh and his strategic triumph at Vicksburg, which was pivotal in dividing the Confederacy. Grant's determination earned him President Lincoln's unwavering support amidst challenges.