As a civilian, the beloved American Civil War general and two-term president failed at every attempt to make money. Except for one.

Ulysses S. Grant, born Hiram Ulysses Grant, was a military officer and later the 18th President of the United States from 1869 to 1877. As President, he worked hard to protect African Americans during Reconstruction and signed the bill that led to the establishment of the Justice Department. This picture was taken in the 1870s.

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What he lacked in knowledge of military art and science, he made up for with tenacity and grit.

*clutches pearls*

In 1854 U. S. Grant left the army under a cloud of depression and alcohol addiction. When the Civil War began he was a store clerk whom the army didn't want back. But once given a chance, he rose to command the entire army.

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‘Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant, Commander in Chief Armies, U. S.’ E. & H. T. Anthony c.1865 Lincoln promoted Ulysses Grant to lieutenant general of the Unionist army on 10 Mar…

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An article about the death of President Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War hero, who died a painful and impoverished death at the age of 63 on 23 July 1885.

The series will start April 27 to celebrate the birthday of Ulysses S. Grant.

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You have to admit, Ulysses S. Grant was a sexy specimen. Rugged, like a 19th century Daniel Craig. Presidents need to get back to looking like this, instead of like pussies.

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Ulysses S Grant | Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th President of the United States (1869-77). Leader of Union Armies during the US Civil War

One of the most influential Americans of the 19th century, Grant led the Union Army to victory during the Civil War and later helped steer the nation through Reconstruction during two terms as president.

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