On the Trail of Grant and Lee

"On the Trail of Grant and Lee" by Frederick Trevor Hill is a historical exploration that presents a balanced view of Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee, two central figures of the American Civil War. It aims to correct biased portrayals of these men by examining their shared American roots and the circumstances that led them to command opposing sides in a bitter conflict. The story begins by setting the scene of the war and questioning the accuracy of how history has depicted them, before tracing their family histories back to earlier civil conflicts in England to draw parallels between their lives and backgrounds, ultimately paving the way for understanding their roles in one of America's most defining wars.