Why doesn't grant attend Jefferson's execution?
Grant does not attend Jefferson's execution because he struggles with his own feelings of powerlessness and disillusionment regarding the justice system. He believes that his presence would not change the outcome and that it would only deepen his emotional turmoil. Additionally, Grant aims to focus on the broader fight for dignity and justice rather than witnessing the finality of a flawed system. His decision reflects his internal conflict and desire to find a more meaningful way to support Jefferson.
Compromise of 1877 officially ended Reconstruction and confirmed the election of Rutherford B. Hayes as president.
Why did Ulysses S. Grant like the song Yankee Doodle?
I think it was because it was the only song he could recognize. He was noted for a lack of musical ear. He supposedly said something like,"There are two tunes I can recognize- one is Yankee Doodle and the other isn't.."
Who Surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant?
General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865 at Appomattox Court House in Virginia.
Why did general Ulysses S. Grant fight general Robert e lee?
Because he told Sherman to destroy the Army of Tennessee, while he himself would attend to the Army of Northern Virginia.
Did Grant have a brides for Indians?
Yes, during his presidency, Ulysses S. Grant implemented the "Peace Policy," which aimed to improve relations with Native Americans. As part of this policy, he supported the idea of providing "brides for Indians," which involved encouraging intermarriage between Native Americans and European Americans to promote assimilation. However, this approach was controversial and often met with resistance from both Native American communities and settler populations.
What are 2 famous quates from Ulysses S. Grant?
When he took command of 21st Illinois Regiment, the soldiers gathered noisy and disorderly around him asking for a speech. Grant reply peremptorily:
"Men, retire in your cantonments!
On Feb.15th,1862 the Confederate Commander at Fort Donelson requested Grant to negotiate the terms of the surrender. Grant reply that for Fort Donelson's garrison the only admitted term was the "unconditional surrender" adding then: "I am about to move against your positions"
Where is the US Grant Homestead Association in Georgetown Ohio located?
The address of the U S Grant Homestead Association is: 318 Weststate Street, Georgetown, OH 45171-9113
Who was held hostage by Ulysses S. Grant during the Civil War?
who was held hostage by Ulysses s. grant during the civil war
Why is Ulysses S Grant famous?
Grant won national fame by being the commander of the union armies that ended the Civil War. President Lincoln tried several commanders before Grant and the war dragged on and on. Grant knew what to do to end the war and the
people in the North were grateful. They made made a 2-term US president. After he retired he wrote his memoirs that are highly acclaimed and praised for their clear writing style and historical value. They were largely based on notes that he had written during the war.
What terms of surrender did Grant offer to Lee?
Grant will give them food and let them go back home.
i got my answer from a civil war book. its not what is said above!
This is what the terms really were:
"Grant's terms were generous. The Confederate soldiers had to lay down their arms, but then were free to go home."
What kind of leader was Ulysses?
Ulysses would be described as sensible
As he slayed the one-eyedd monster withought strenght but with wit
What is some important information about the Civil War?
Ulysses S. Grant (not his given name at birth) was a military hero for the North.
Abraham Lincoln was president of the US at the time.
A Northern general named Sherman very effectively utilized the "Slash and Burn" technique, laying Atlanta to waste on his infamous "March to the Sea" campaign.
The Battle of Gettysburg (Pennsylvania) was the turning point of the Civil War, when Southern forces doubled back southward into the town of Gettysburg trying to round up fresh supplies.
What major battles did Ulysses S. Grant fright in?
He didn't 'fright' in any battles. No General was ever more unflappable. Someone said "Ulysses don't scare worth a d**n."
His major battles were Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chattanooga, The Wilderness, Coldharbour, Petersburg, Appomattox.