US President
Ulysses S. Grant
Ulysses S. Grant was a military officer, politician and 18th US President who is famous for leading the Union Army to victory in the American Civil War.
Full Name
Hiram Ulysses Grant
Age
63
Birth Date
April 27, 1822 Death Date
7/23/1885
Life Range
(1822-1885)
Zodiac
Taurus Born
United States About
Ulysses S. Grant was an American soldier and statesman who served as the 18th President of the United States from 1869 to 1877. He is best known for leading the Union Army to victory during the Civil War. During his presidency, Grant's initiatives pushed for economic stabilization and civil rights for African Americans.
Ulysses S. Grant Timeline
1822
Ulysses S. Grant is Born
On April 27, 1822, Ulysses S. Grant was born in Point Pleasant, Ohio.
1843
Graduates from West Point
In 1843, Grant graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point.
1861
Civil War Begins
When the Civil War began in 1861, Grant was appointed as a colonel of the 21st Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment.
1862
Battle of Fort Donelson
In 1862, Grant's victory at the Battle of Fort Donelson was a significant turning point for his career during the Civil War.
1869
Inauguration as President
Ulysses S. Grant was inaugurated as the 18th President of the United States on March 4, 1869.
1877
End of Presidency
Grant's second term as President ended on March 4, 1877.
1885
Death of Ulysses S. Grant
Ulysses S. Grant died of throat cancer on July 23, 1885, at the age of 63.
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Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th President of the United States and was born on April 27, 1822. He was 63 when he died on July 23, 1885. He is best known for leading the Union Army to victory during the American Civil War and for his two terms as President during Reconstruction.