Ulysses s. grant

Ulysses S. Grant Timeline

By Ethan Susilo

  • Grant's Birth

    Ulysses S. Grant was born in Point Pleasant, Ohio, to Jesse Root Grant and Hannah Grant on April 27th, 1822.
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    Grant's Military Education

    Ulysses S. Grant started attending West Point Military Academy in May of 1839. He graduated 21st of 39 in his class in 1843.
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    Grant in the Mexican War

    Ulysses S. Grant supervised the army's supplies when the Mexican War broke out, but also saw action in the war.

  • Grant Resigns from the Army

    Ulysses S. Grant resigned from the army because he felt too distant from his family and because there were accusations of him drinking heavily.

  • Grant Rejoins the Army

    Ulysses S. Grant rejoined the Army in 1861 when the Civil War broke out.

  • Grant's Success at Vicksburg

    Ulysses S. Grant won a hard-fought battle at Vicksburg, Mississippi using genius tactics. This marked the turning point of the Civil War.

  • Grant's Promotion to Lieutenant General

    Ulysses S. Grant was promoted to lieutenant general in March 1864 by President Abraham Lincoln and took command of the Union army.

  • The Civil War Ends

    Ulysses S. Grant accepted the surrender of Robert E. Lee, causing the end of the Civil War on May 9, 1865.