Unconditional Surrender: Ulysses S. Grant in the Civil War

Unconditional Surrender: Ulysses S. Grant in the Civil War

Free
Thu, Mar 19, 2026 • 6:30 PM—7:30 PM

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Talks & Lectures

@ From “Sam” to “Unconditional Surrender” Grant, discover how an unassuming officer rose to command all U.S. forces. His friends called him “Sam.” His wife called him “Lyss” or “Victor.” His initials inspired a nickname tied to one of his greatest battlefield triumphs: “Unconditional Surrender Grant.” The unassuming Grant never expected to play a significant role in the Civil War, yet by its end, he commanded every soldier in the United States armed forces. Join us as living historian, Dr. Curt Fields, shares insights from his book co-authored with Chris Mackowski. Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

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American Civil War Museum

Multi-site museum in Richmond & Appomattox, VA. Exploring the unparalleled significance the Civil War holds to complexities we face today.