Often named the single greatest northern military leader in the Civil War, this West Point graduate was known for his victory at Vicksburg in 1863 and his leadership over the Union Army during the latter half of the war. Which famous Civil War figure is described above?

Answer by Guest

I believe it is Ulysses S. Grant. 

Answer by Guest

Lincoln went through several Generals that would not fight. Ulysses Grant lay siege to Vicksburg in 1863 it fell on the 4th of July and Lincoln had his guy.
He took charge of the Union Army and finally took advantage of the Unions superior population, economy, railroad and money.

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