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he US Civil War Battle of Rocky Faced Ridge was a victory for the forces under the command of Union Major General William T. Sherman. The battle was in Georgia and was spread from May 7 to May 13, 1864. In this battle a flanking movement by Union troops on Confederate forces led by General Joseph Johnston were forced to evacuate their once strong defensive position near Atlanta, Georgia.

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When did Battle of Rocky Face Ridge happen?

Battle of Rocky Face Ridge happened on 1864-05-07.


What was the result of the US Civil War Battle of Rocky Face Ridge?

The Battle of Rocky Face Ridge saw the Union forces under the commands of generals George Thomas, James McPherson and John Scofield converged on May 7, 1864 on Confederate forces holding Rocky Face Ridge. After heavy fighting, Southern forces under General Joseph Johnston retreated to Resaca. This battle won by the Union, brought them closer to Atlanta, Georgia.


Who won the US Civil War Battle of Rocky Face Ridge?

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What risk did a soldier face if she survived being wounded in a civil war battle?

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What is the steep rocky face of a bluff?

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What risk did a soldier face if he survived being wounded in the civil war battle?

limb(s) amputation and/or death from infection


When was The Face of Battle created?

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