Our great modern Republic. May those who seek the blessings of its institutions and the protection of its flag remember the obligations they impose.

Ulysses S. Grant

French/Spencer Family Line

Heading Home from Korean War – John Spencer French (1931–2014)

Pvt. George B. French – WW1 (1898 – 1983)

Pvt. Edward Fowler – Spanish-American War (1875-1829)

The Shot Heard Round Buckman Tavern – Rev War – Joseph Simonds and Joel Viles

Grace/Daly Family Line

Forward the Ninth! – Civil War – Michael Daly (1828 – 1876)

Pvt. Edward F. Daly Jr. – WW1 (1899-1966)

James C. Daly – WW1 (1892-1926)

“Lucky” Sergeant – Joseph A. Grace – WW1 (1892-1918)

Note:

My 10th great-grandfather, Matthew Grant (1601-1681), is Ulysses S. Grant’s 4th great-grandfather.

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