West Point cadets and friends, Grant later commanded the Union Army during the American Civil War, while Longstreet was one of Robert E. Lee’s most trusted Confederate officers. In fact, Longstreet convinced Lee to surrender, knowing Grant would offer him generous terms. After warmly greeting each other at the surrender ceremony, Grant and Longstreet played brag (a card game) for old time’s sake. When the war ended, Longstreet strongly supported Reconstruction. The two men remained good friends. Read The Sister Knot about two resilient women, orphaned in WW2, who defy fate to sustain a lifelong friendship. A compelling novel about the power of sisterhood. Learn more about the book in NOVELS.
Union General Grant and Confederate Officer Longstreet resumed their friendship after the Civil War ended
Two resilient women, two separate journeys, one lasting friendship
