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Abraham Lincoln
[Text] Abraham Lincoln Admits Ulysses S. Grant Was Right

  By Witnify • April 24, 2014 Uncategorized
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Executive Mansion, Washington, July 13, 1863 Major General Grant My dear General, I do not remember that you and I ever met personally. I write this now as a grateful acknowledgment for the almost inestimable service you have done the country. I wish to say a word further. When you … Continue reading

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American Civil War
[Text] The Surrender Correspondence at Appomattox

  By Witnify • April 4, 2014 Uncategorized
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The correspondence below follows the letters of Grant and Lee as they seek to find an honorable and acceptable end to this bloody war. APRIL 7, 1865 General R. E. LEE: The result of the last week must convince you of the hopelessness of further resistance on the part of … Continue reading