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Ulysses S. Grant

Ulysses S. Grant

Von: Owen Wister
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Discover the remarkable life of Ulysses S. Grant, the celebrated Union hero of the Civil War and the 18th President of the United States. This engaging biography, presented in a concise 145-page pamphlet, offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who shaped American history. Though the author is renowned for his captivating tales of the Old West, he also crafted a significant body of nonfiction that reveals much about Grants legacy. (Summary by David Wales)Copyright Biographies 2.0 Kunst Politik & Regierungen Welt
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