Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant — Volume 1

"Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant - Volume 1" by Ulysses S. Grant is a recounting of the life and military journey of the writer, a well-known Civil War general who later became the 18th President of the United States. The book begins with Grant's upbringing, military education, and time spent in major wars like the war with Mexico, and also his thoughts related to the start of the Civil War. The opening chapters explore Grant’s family history, detailing his family's background and his young years in Ohio, and he recounts these experiences while sharing his strong values. Grant highlights his family's American roots, his father’s dedication to his learning despite limited resources, and his own early goals and the events that led him to a life in the military. Through these stories, readers come to understand the core events that would later affect his leadership during critical times in American history.