Grant and Sherman: the friendship that won the Civil War

Two failed men with great potential

Grant awakens

Sherman goes in

Grant moves forward, with Sherman in a supporting role

The bond forged at Shiloh

Political problems, military challenges : the Vicksburg campaign develops

The siege of Vicksburg

Pain and pleasure on the long road to Chattanooga and Missionary Ridge

Confusion at Chattanooga

Grant and Sherman begin to develop the winning strategy

Sherman saves Lincoln's presidential campaign

Professional judgment and personal friendship : Savannah for Christmas

The march through the Carolinas, and an additional test of friendship

Grant, Sherman, and Abraham Lincoln hold a council of war and peace

"I now feel like ending the matter" : Grant's final offensive

The days after Appomattox : joy and grief

Sherman in trouble

Grant, Sherman, and the radicals

A parade for everyone, and a hearing for Sherman

The past and future march up Pennsylvania Avenue

L'envoi.