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I knew him as a frank, positive and generous man, true to his friends even to a fault, but always a leader.
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gutenberg.orgUlysses S. Grant: “I knew him as a frank, positive and generous man, true to his friends even to a fault, but always a leader.”
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Grant describes his impression of Blair as a strong and loyal leader, highlighting the qualities he valued in his peers.
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