Battle of Perryville Quiz

What is the primary focus of the American Battlefield Trust at Perryville?

• Preserving the battlefield

• Organizing reenactments

• Building new monuments

• Conducting archaeological digs

Which Confederate general was involved in the right flank maneuver during the Battle of Perryville?

• Robert E. Lee

• Braxton Bragg

• James Longstreet

• Stonewall Jackson

What was a significant challenge faced by the Union soldiers during the early stages of the battle?

• Poor leadership

• Acoustic shadow

• Inadequate training

• Lack of ammunition

How did the terrain affect the battle strategies at Perryville?

• It caused confusion and surprise attacks

• It had no impact on the battle

• It was flat and easy to navigate

• It provided clear visibility

What was the fate of Josiah SS, a soldier from Ohio, during the battle?

• He was promoted for bravery

• He died from gangrene after being wounded

• He successfully led a charge

• He was captured by the Confederates

What was the outcome of the Confederate attack on Starkweather's Hill?

• They negotiated a truce

• They bypassed the hill entirely

• They were repelled by Union forces

• They captured the hill easily

What was a key factor in the Union's ability to hold their final line?

• Superior numbers

• Better artillery positioning

• Reinforcements from nearby towns

• Confederate retreat

What is a unique feature of the Perryville battlefield today?

• It is a popular tourist attraction with rides

• It remains largely unchanged since the battle

• It has modern buildings

• It is used for agricultural purposes

How has the size of the preserved Perryville battlefield changed over the years?

• It has been divided into smaller sections

• It has increased to over 1,300 acres

• It has remained the same

• It has decreased significantly

What role did reenactors play in the preservation of Perryville?

• They helped build fences and trails

• They funded the entire project

• They reenacted battles for tourists

• They opposed the preservation efforts