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""A Personal History of Ulysses S. Grant"" is a biographical account of the life of the 18th President of the United States, Ulysses S. Grant. The book is written by Albert D. Richardson, a journalist who knew Grant personally and covered many of his military campaigns during the Civil War. The book covers Grant's early life, including his childhood in Ohio and his time at West Point. It then delves into his military career, including his successes in the Mexican-American War and his rise to prominence during the Civil War. The author provides detailed accounts of Grant's major battles, including his victories at Vicksburg and Chattanooga.The book also covers Grant's presidency, including his efforts to rebuild the country after the Civil War and his foreign policy decisions. The author provides insight into Grant's personal life, including his struggles with alcoholism and his relationship with his wife, Julia.Overall, ""A Personal History of Ulysses S. Grant"" is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most important historical figures. It provides a detailed look into Grant's life and legacy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or military history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.