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General Grant National Memorial
This memorial to Ulysses S. Grant, the Union commander who brought the Civil war to an end, includes the tombs of General and Mrs. Grant. A West Point graduate Grant served in the Mexican War and the American Civil war. In 1866 Congress awarded Grant his fourth star making him the first full General of the Armies in American history. As the President of the United States (1869-77), Grant signed the act establishing the first national park, Yellowstone, March 1, 1872.
After serving two terms as President, Grant entered business on Wall Street in New York City. He died of throat cancer on July 23, 1885 and was laid to rest in New York City on August 8th. Designed by architect John Duncan, the granite and marble tomb was completed in 1897 and is the largest mausoleum in North America. Contact Information
Riverside Drive and 122nd St. New York, NY 10003 (212) 666-1640 - Visitor Information (212) 666-1668 - Visitor Information (212) 825-6890 - Headquarters Sponsored LinksGetting There
By Car
Passenger Cars only: Henry Hudson Parkway to 95th Street exit; North on Riverside Drive to 122nd St. Limited amount of street parking is available. Buses, campers, and all other vehicles: From the North; I-87 (Major Deegan Expressway) to exit 4 - East 149th St; west on 149th Street across bridge onto West 145th St; west on 145th St. to Broadway; south on Broadway to 120th St; west on 120th St. to Riverside Dr. From the South: North on Tenth Ave and Broadway to 120th Street; west on 120th St to Riverside Dr.
By Plane
Weather
Summers: Hot and humid
Winters: Cold. Heavy outter ware is required. Activities
Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.
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Recommended Activities Ranger guided programs and tours are offered though out the day. Costumed interpreters describe Grant's role during the Civil War. An extensive museum depicts the life and accomplishments of General and President Ulysses S. Grant.
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The National Park
System includes all
US States and even
extends to some US
Territories. To explore the
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RV Information
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and
great tips on traveling with your RV. You can also get
a free
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them a look and enjoy your trip.
Gear Up For Your Trip
Once you have finished deciding where to go, it will be time to gear up. A great place for adventure travel gear is The National Geographic Store. They have all types of maps and guides to help finalize your vacation plans.
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