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PRESERVING THE LEGACY OF

Ulysses S. Grant

Founded in 1962, the Ulysses S. Grant Association promotes the study of Grant’s life, leadership, writings, and enduring impact on American history.

Our Mission

The mission of the Ulysses S. Grant Association is to promote the study of the life and times of Ulysses S. Grant and the preservation of his legacy. This includes regular communications, hosting an annual meeting, partnership with the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library (USGPL), and other activities in support of Grant scholarship and the collections at the USGPL. 

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Handwritten letter from U.S. Grant, March 27, 1864

1962

FOUNDED

More than six decades of Grant scholarship and preservation.

200,000+

DOCUMENTS

The world's most comprehensive

Grant archive.

32

VOLUMES

The Papers of Ulysses S. Grant & more.

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WHO WE ARE

A Message from our President

Welcome from USGA President James Bultema

Ulysses S. Grant’s memoirs are among the most renowned examples of nonfiction prose ever written by an American. But Grant did more than write memoirs. Thanks to the dedication of the late editor John Y. Simon, we can read about Grant’s thoughts, feelings, and daily experiences.

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ABOUT USGA

More Than Six Decades
of GRANT SCHOLARSHIP

From our founding in 1962 to our permanent home at Mississippi State University, USGA has grown into the leading center for Grant scholarship and preservation.

OUR HISTORY

1962

Ohio Historical Society

USGA is established.

1964

Southern Illinois University

A new home and a growing mission.

2009

Mississippi State University

The Grant Papers find a permanent home.

2012

Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library

The Presidential Library is established at MSU.

Today

Continuing the Legacy

Preserving history, inspiring future generations.

EXPLORE OUR COLLECTION & RESOURCES
NEWS & UPDATES

Find the latest news, media coverage, newsletters, and publications featuring Grant and the USGA. This section keeps you informed about recent updates, announcements, and highlights.

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FEATURED

The Real Ulysses S. Grant Was an American Hero

Grant deserves to stand forever as one of America’s indispensable men. Senator Tom Cotton reflects on Grant’s leadership, military legacy, and lasting place in American history.

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Gen. Ulysses S. Grant’s pending promotion sheds new light on his overlooked fight for equal rights after the Civil War

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When Grant Went a-Courtin

A historic feature from the USGA archives written by Emma Dent Casey, sister to Julia Grant, originally published in 1968.

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The Coffee Habits of Former US Presidents

A closer look at Grant’s famously unusual coffee routine during the Civil War and his later years in public life.

LEADERSHIP

Guided by Experience Committed to History

Meet the officers and directors leading the USGA in our mission of preservation and scholarship.

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U.S. Grant's letter to Julia Dent, March 17, 1888

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American History

Your support helps preserve historical collections, expand scholarship initiatives, and increase public access to one of the nation’s most important presidential archives.

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