Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant, Part 2.

"Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant, Part 2" by Ulysses S. Grant, is a late 19th-century memoir offering a first-person view of American history as seen through the eyes of a military leader. The story chronicles Grant's life, with a strong focus on his military career and the leadership lessons he learned. Starting with the Mexican-American War, the book unpacks his understanding of military tactics and later explores his role during the Civil War. It also gives insight to the personalities and maneuvers of key military figures from that time. Beyond the battlefield, the memoir also talks about Grant's personal journey, including his marriage, his time on the Pacific Coast, and the difficulties he encountered trying to manage troop movements and other logistical nightmares. Readers gain an understanding of the social and economic conditions of the time through Grant's personal reflections.