The Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant, Part 5 By: Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885)
In the fifth installment of his memoirs, General Ulysses S. Grant continues to provide a detailed account of his experiences during the Civil War. His writing remains clear and concise, offering readers a rare glimpse into the mind of one of America's greatest military leaders. Grant's ability to recall specific battles and strategies is truly impressive, and his candid reflections on his own leadership style provide valuable insight into the challenges faced by Union forces. Additionally, his analysis of key events and decisions sheds light on the complex nature of warfare in the 19th century. While some may find the level of detail overwhelming at times, Grant's meticulous approach ultimately serves to enhance the reader's understanding of the Civil War era. Overall, this memoir is a valuable resource for anyone interested in history, military strategy, or the life of one of America's most legendary figures. First Page: PERSONAL MEMOIRS OF U. S. GRANT, Part 5. by U. S. Grant CHAPTER LII. BATTLE OF SPOTTSYLVANIA HANCOCK'S POSITION ASSAULT OF WARREN'S AND WRIGHT'S CORPS UPTON PROMOTED ON THE FIELD GOOD NEWS FROM BUTLER AND SHERIDAN. The Mattapony River is formed by the junction of the Mat, the Ta, the Po and the Ny rivers, the last being the northernmost of the four. It takes its rise about a mile south and a little east of the Wilderness Tavern. The Po rises south west of the place, but farther away. Spottsylvania is on the ridge dividing these two streams, and where they are but a few miles apart. The Brock Road reaches Spottsylvania without crossing either of these streams. Lee's army coming up by the Catharpin Road, had to cross the Po at Wooden Bridge. Warren and Hancock came by the Brock Road. Sedgwick crossed the Ny at Catharpin Furnace. Burnside coming by Aldrich's to Gates's house, had to cross the Ny near the enemy. He found pickets at the bridge, but they were soon driven off by a brigade of Willcox's division, and the stream was crossed. This brigade was furiously attacked; but the remainder of the division coming up, they were enabled to hold their position, and soon fortified it. About the time I received the news of this attack, word came from Hancock that Early had left his front... Continue reading book >>

The Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant, Part 5 By: Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885)

In the fifth installment of his memoirs, General Ulysses S. Grant continues to provide a detailed account of his experiences during the Civil War. His writing remains clear and concise, offering readers a rare glimpse into the mind of one of America's greatest military leaders.

Grant's ability to recall specific battles and strategies is truly impressive, and his candid reflections on his own leadership style provide valuable insight into the challenges faced by Union forces. Additionally, his analysis of key events and decisions sheds light on the complex nature of warfare in the 19th century.

While some may find the level of detail overwhelming at times, Grant's meticulous approach ultimately serves to enhance the reader's understanding of the Civil War era. Overall, this memoir is a valuable resource for anyone interested in history, military strategy, or the life of one of America's most legendary figures.

First Page:

PERSONAL MEMOIRS OF U. S. GRANT, Part 5.

by U. S. Grant

CHAPTER LII.

BATTLE OF SPOTTSYLVANIA HANCOCK'S POSITION ASSAULT OF WARREN'S AND WRIGHT'S CORPS UPTON PROMOTED ON THE FIELD GOOD NEWS FROM BUTLER AND SHERIDAN.

The Mattapony River is formed by the junction of the Mat, the Ta, the Po and the Ny rivers, the last being the northernmost of the four. It takes its rise about a mile south and a little east of the Wilderness Tavern. The Po rises south west of the place, but farther away. Spottsylvania is on the ridge dividing these two streams, and where they are but a few miles apart. The Brock Road reaches Spottsylvania without crossing either of these streams. Lee's army coming up by the Catharpin Road, had to cross the Po at Wooden Bridge. Warren and Hancock came by the Brock Road. Sedgwick crossed the Ny at Catharpin Furnace. Burnside coming by Aldrich's to Gates's house, had to cross the Ny near the enemy. He found pickets at the bridge, but they were soon driven off by a brigade of Willcox's division, and the stream was crossed. This brigade was furiously attacked; but the remainder of the division coming up, they were enabled to hold their position, and soon fortified it.

About the time I received the news of this attack, word came from Hancock that Early had left his front... Continue reading book >>

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The Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant, Part 1	The Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant, Part 2	The Memoirs of General Ulysses S. Grant, Part 3
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