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Ulysses Grant Quotes

Ulysses Grant Quotes: The Man behind the Words
The selection of short Ulysses Grant Quotes reflect the personality of the man behind the words. The famous nickname of Ulysses Grant was 'Unconditional Surrender' who as the Union military leader said "No terms except unconditional and immediate surrender" to the commanders of the Confederate States.. The character and personality of this famous President is described as being intelligent, modest, highly intelligent and courteous. He was loyal to his friends, but could be ruthless to his enemies.

"It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive
without any previous political training."

Ulysses Grant Quotes
Ulysses Grant was the 18th President of the United States of America who served in office from March 4, 1869 to March 4, 1877. Learn about the man, his leadership and his presidency from his famous quotes. The list of Ulysses Grant Quotes provides a unique insight of his personality and his presidency.

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The selection of short Ulysses Grant Quotes starts with the following famous quote by the president.

"I appreciate the fact, and am proud of it, that the attentions I am receiving are intended more for our country than for me personally."

Ulysses Grant Quotes
The following quote file format provides a fast overview of short, famous Ulysses Grant quotes and sayings of this famous President of the United States. Ulysses Grant quotes and quotations that reflect the views, thoughts and character of this famous US President.

Ulysses Grant Quotes

Quote 1: "Everyone has his superstitions. One of mine has always been when I started to go anywhere, accomplished."

Quote 2: "There never was a time when, in my opinion, some way could not be found to prevent the drawing of the sword."

Quote 3: "I know no method to secure the repeal of bad or obnoxious laws so effective as their stringent execution."

Quote 4: "I have made it a rule of my life to trust a man long after other people gave him up, but I don't see how I can ever trust any human being again."

Quote 5: "If men make war in slavish obedience to rules, they will fail."

Quote 6: "Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions."

Quote 7: "Leave the matter of religion to the family altar, the church, and the private school, supported entirely by private contributions. Keep the church and state forever separate."

Quote 8: "I know only two tunes: one of them is 'Yankee Doodle,' and the other isn't."

Quote 9: "Although a soldier by profession, I have never felt any sort of fondness for war, and I have never advocated it, except as a means of peace."

Quote 10: "My failures have been errors in judgment, not of intent."

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Ulysses Grant Quotes
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