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The enigmatic figure of General Ulysses S. Grant has been the subject of much analysis over recent years, especially as the narrative of “Butcher Grant” has subsided alongside the “Lost Cause” myth.

GREENVILLE — Well, it’s not much to look at. But this small square of tattered, tawny fabric is believed to be a piece of the flag Union troops hoisted above Fort Sumter to announce their surrender — ...

(This is the first of two columns focusing on the surrender of York to the Confederates in late June 1863 – a pivotal moment in York County’s story. Civil War historian Scott Mingus served as a ...

The Bennett Place historic site in Durham has begun 10 days of activities to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the largest surrender of Confederate troops and the end of the Civil War.

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 ...