Ulysses S. Grant

Eighteenth President of the United States

1869-1877

Location: Corner of 4th St. & Main St.

Sculptor: John Lopez

Facts:

• He is considered to be one of the worst presidents in America’s history
• A failed plot by some of Grant’s associates resulted in a financial panic on September 24, 1869, known as Black Friday causing his reputation to suffer
• After leaving office, Grant and his family embarked on a two-year trip around the world