Ulysses S. Grant

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This paper examines Ulysses S. Grant's contribution to the United States. The paper states that while Grant's two presidential terms are considered by political critics as the most corrupt in American history, his contribution and role in those most important and historic times cannot be under-estimated. His military career is discussed in detail. The paper outlines his military approach to his presidential position.

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"In the 1868 Republican National Convention, Grant was the only one presented and unanimously nominated to run for President of the United States. He won both in the nomination and the subsequent Presidential elections, although he later displayed a lack of talent and understanding for politics. He performed his presidential duties only with a military mind, having no understanding of the definitions or limits of his office."

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