Julia Dent Grant
Julia Dent Grant was the first lady of the United States and wife of President Ulysses S. Grant, becoming a national figure in her own right.
First Lady
January 26, 1826
Aquarius
December 14, 1902
76
St. Louis, Missouri
Julia Boggs Grant (née Dent) gained prominence as the first lady of the United States and wife of President Ulysses S. Grant. She became a notable figure nationally, particularly for her memoirs, “The Personal Memoirs of Julia Dent Grant,” published in 1975. As a popular first lady, Julia was recognized for her informal demeanor and lavish White House receptions. She fervently encouraged her husband to prolong his tenure despite the emergence of scandals. Julia held the position of first lady from 1869 to 1877.