Civil War Flashcard

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What were the advantages of the Union over the Confederacy in the Civil War?

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Greater population and industrial resources

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What was the impact of Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War?

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Preservation of the Union

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Why was the battle of Gettysburg important?

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It marked the turning point of the Civil War by ending Confederate offensive battles.

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What was the significance of the battle of Vicksburg?

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It gave the Union control of the Mississippi River

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What was the importance of the Anaconda Plan?

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It ensured the Union's control over the Mississippi River.

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What was the impact of Sherman's March to the Sea?

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It devastated the Southern economy and morale.

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What was the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation?

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It led to the enlistment of African American soldiers in the Union army.

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What did the Confiscation Acts do?

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They allowed the Union to seize Confederate property.

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What was the impact of the Gettysburg Address?

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It emphasized the importance of preserving the Union.

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What did the Union Draft during the Civil War involve?

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Conscription of all men aged 20 to 45