The island 's residents were aware of his exploits in the American Civil War and gave him a jubilant welcome .
Former U.S. president Ulysses S. Grant visited the island during his 1877 world tour .
The island 's residents were aware of Ulysses S. Grant 's exploits in the American Civil War and gave him a jubilant welcome .
Former U.S. president Ulysses S. Grant visited the island during his 1877 world tour .