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Who carved a greater legacy on the American canvas, the Civil War titan or the Cold War captain? Ulysses S. Grant, the Union's steadfast sword, stood against the very fabric of division, binding a fractured nation with iron-clad resolve. In the opposite corner, Harry S. Truman, the everyman’s president, orchestrated the modern world stage, shaping the geopolitical contours of the post-war era. It’s not just a battle of eras but of pivotal decisions—freedom versus order, reconciliation versus reconstruction. What weighs heavier on the scales of greatness? This battle asks fans to look beyond the battlefield, to where their principles lie.
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Harry S. Truman over Ulysses S. Grant when it comes to the greatest Presidents of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Harry S. Truman 53.8% of the time over Ulysses S. Grant.
Across all battles:
Harry S. Truman win rate: 39.4%
Ulysses S. Grant win rate: 38.8%
Abraham Lincoln holds the top spot in the Greatest Presidents of All Time league. You can see more about his ranking and others on the GOAT List.
It's a nail-biter because both presidents are revered for their military leadership and commitment to rebuilding post-war America. Fans of each have strong cases for their impact, making it a tough call for many voters.
Harry S. Truman is slightly ahead of Ulysses S. Grant right now. Fans seem to appreciate Truman's decisive leadership during crucial moments like the end of World War II, which might be tipping the scales in his favor.