Ulysses S. Grant: Hero of the Mexican-American war, failed farmer, victorious Civil War General, 18th United States President, and best selling author. Hello Friends and welcome to this episode of The History Revolution Podcast. This week we get to explore Ulysses S. Grant. Don't forget to join our Newsletter to stay up to date with our latest blogs, podcasts, and specials.

Early Life

Hiram Ulysses Grant was born April 27, 1822 in Point Pleasant, Ohio.  His father ,Jesse,was a tanner and Ulysses grew up working on the family farm where he became very accomplished in handling and riding horses. Although Grant was not really interested in a military career, his father was able to get him an appointment to the United State Military Academy at West Point.  It was at this time that he decided to change the order of his first and middle names to Ulysses Hiram Grant, however the appointment got his name wrong. It was given to Ulysses S. Grant.  Grant decided to...