Abraham Lincoln

Ulysses S. Grant

Lincoln was Grant's commander-in-chief, providing unwavering support and trusting Grant with overall command of Union armies.

Ulysses S. Grant

Lincoln was Grant's commander-in-chief, providing unwavering support and trusting Grant with overall command of Union armies.

Ulysses S. Grant

Lincoln was Grant's commander-in-chief, providing unwavering support and trusting Grant with overall command of Union armies.

Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant

President during the Civil War, whose leadership and policies Grant discusses.

I

Mentioned indirectly through the political context of the 1860 election and the Democratic party's loss.

II

Mentioned as the political opponent of Jefferson Davis in the context of Georgetown's Democratic leanings.

Army Life—Causes of the Mexican War—Camp Salubrity

Not mentioned in this chapter.

San Francisco—Early California Experiences—Life on the Pacific Coast—Promoted Captain—Flush Times in California

Not directly mentioned in this chapter.

Resignation—Private Life—Life at Galena—The Coming Crisis

Mentioned indirectly as the Republican candidate elected in 1860, whose victory precipitated secession.

Outbreak of the Rebellion — Presiding at a Union Meeting — Mustering Officer of State Troops — Lyon at Camp Jackson — Services Tendered to the Government

Sworn in as President on March 4, 1861; issues first call for 75,000 volunteers after the firing on Fort Sumter.

Appointed Colonel of the 21st Illinois—Personnel of the Regiment—General Logan—March to Missouri—Movement Against Harris at Florida, Mo.—General Pope in Command—Stationed at Mexico, Mo.

President; issued the second call for 300,000 troops for three years or the war, which brought state regiments into federal service.

XXIII

President; mentioned in context of Washington's concerns about Grant's actions.

Halleck Assumes Command in the Field—The Advance Upon Corinth—Occupation of Corinth—The Army Separated

Mentioned as the recipient of reports forwarded to Washington by Halleck.

Chapter XXVII

Not directly mentioned in excerpts; omitted as no clear presence.

XXVIII

President; Grant notes Lincoln's unwavering faith in the Union cause despite discouraging circumstances.

Van Dorn's Movements — Battle of Corinth — Command of the Department of the Tennessee

Sent a congratulatory letter to Grant after the Battle of Corinth.

The Vicksburg Campaign: Running the Batteries

President and Commander-in-Chief; Grant notes Lincoln's constant support despite political pressure.

Movement Against Jackson—Fall of Jackson—Intercepting the Enemy—Battle of Champion's Hill

Mentioned indirectly as the President during whose administration the proprietor of the destroyed factory later sought compensation.

Battle of Black River Bridge—Crossing the Big Black—Investment of Vicksburg—Assaulting the Works

President; Grant's success at Vicksburg is a strategic priority for the Union.

Retrospect of the Campaign

Implied as part of the administration that was 'frantic' over the situation at Chattanooga.

XLIII

President who congratulated Grant on the success and urged him to remember Burnside.

XLVI

Presents Grant with his commission, expresses the nation's trust, and shares his own plan of campaign while assuring Grant he will not interfere.

Chapter LVII

Sends a characteristic dispatch endorsing Grant's aggressive orders and urging vigilance.

LVIII

President, expresses concern about Sheridan's pursuit and the political impact of the battle on the November elections.

The Campaign in Georgia—Sherman’s March to the Sea—War Anecdotes—The March on Savannah—Investment of Savannah—Capture of Savannah

Inquires about Sherman's safety; Grant reassures him.

LXI: Expedition Against Fort Fisher

Receives Grant's telegram about the failure of the first expedition.

Sherman's March North

Mentioned indirectly through the administration; Grant references Mr. Davis's opposition to Johnston.

Arrival of the Peace Commissioners—Lincoln and the Peace Commissioners—An Anecdote of Lincoln—The Winter Before Petersburg—Sheridan Destroys the Railroad—Gordon Carries the Picket Line—Parke Recaptures the Line—The Line of Battle of White Oak Road

Meets peace commissioners at Hampton Roads; insists on Union preservation and abolition; shares anecdote about Stephens's overcoat.

The Capture of Petersburg—Meeting President Lincoln in Petersburg—The Capture of Richmond—Pursuing the Enemy—Visit to Sheridan and Meade

Visits Grant in Petersburg after its capture; discusses the end of the war and the need for reconciliation.

Morale of the Two Armies—President Lincoln Visits Richmond—President Lincoln's Assassination—President Johnson's Policy

Visited Richmond after its fall; his assassination is mentioned as a pivotal event.

LXIX

Mentioned for his meeting with peace commissioners at Hampton Roads and his authorization of the Virginia legislature; his views influence Sherman's terms.

The End of the War — The March to Washington — One of Lincoln’s Anecdotes — Grand Review at Washington — Characteristics of Lincoln and Stanton — Estimate of the Different Corps Commanders

Described as not requiring a guardian; trusting of his generals and willing to let them execute plans.

Conclusion

Mentioned in context of discussions about European intervention in Mexico.

Endnotes

Expresses gratitude to Grant and his command for victories at Knoxville and Chattanooga.