Let's Go There! Battle of Sabine Pass

The video covers the Battle of Sabine Pass during the Civil War, where Union forces aimed to control the Sabine River and Sabine City. Led by Major General Nathaniel P. Banks, the Union's plan was thwarted by a small Confederate force under Lieutenant Richard Dowling. Despite being heavily outnumbered, Dowling's men successfully defended Fort Griffin, capturing Union gunboats and prisoners. The victory was celebrated in the Confederacy, and the site is now a historic landmark.

What was the primary objective of the Union's plan at Sabine Pass?

• To recruit more soldiers for the Union army

• To establish a new trade route

• To control the Sabine River and Sabine City

• To capture the Confederate capital

Who led the defense of Sabine City at Fort Griffin?

• Major General Nathaniel P. Banks

• General William B. Franklin

• Lieutenant Richard Dowling

• Captain Frederick Crocker

How did Dowling and his men respond to the initial Union bombardment?

• They retreated to a safer location

• They immediately returned fire

• They sheltered in a bunker and later launched a surprise attack

• They surrendered to the Union forces

What was the outcome of the battle for the Union forces?

• They negotiated a truce with the Confederates

• They received reinforcements and continued the attack

• They were forced to retreat and lost two gunboats

• They successfully captured Sabine City

What is significant about the Sabine Pass Battleground today?

• It is the location of a large military base

• It is a historic site with a replica of Fort Griffin

• It is a major commercial port

• It is a popular tourist destination for fishing