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Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville. Following these two decisive victories the Confederate Supremo Command in accordance with Lee's opinion and against the proposal of Longstreet, who instead suggested an offensive against the Union front in the Tennessee, decided that an offensive had to be launched in the Northern Virginia, to invade Pennsylvania.
By so doing it was firmly believed that a great, decisive victory obtained there would not only have given a serious blow to the Union but also obtained the recognition of the Confederacy by the foreign powers, mainly France and Great Britain.
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Which describes the importance of the Battles of Gettysburg and Vicksburg?
The Union victory at Gettysburg prevented the Confederate armies from continuing their attack into Northern territories. The Union victory at Vicksburg allowed the Union Navy to use the river to sail deep into Confederate territories.
What were the 2 battles fought during the civil war?
There were more than two battles. However if somebody had to choose two battles that were very important; I would personally choose The Battle of Fort Sumter (the first one) and The Battle of Gettysburg. Although causations for the war are controversial, most believe that it was the attack on Fort Sumter that escalated a full scale war. Gettysburg was a turning point in the war being that it is often referred to as the most bloody battle. Gettysburg would also demoralize much of the Confederacy. Gettysburg would also bring General Lee's northern invasion to an end.
Union plans for the Battle of Gettysburg?
Force Lee to attack.
Where can you find facts about Gettysburg?
Gettysburg was a battle in Pennsylvania. It was an attack by the Confederates to get the Union to stop the war by bringing it to Union territory. It failed that objective.
The last failed Confederate attack in the battle at Gettysburg was lead by General?
George Pickett
Confederate General who advised Lee against the initial attack at Gettysburg?
James Longstreet
What were the major battles in world war 2?
The Battle of Britain was. The attack on Pearl Harbor was A arial attack.
What were the major air battles in World War 2?
The Battle of Britain was. The attack on Pearl Harbor was A arial attack.
What were 2 major battles in World War 2?
The Battle of Britain was. The attack on Pearl Harbor was A arial attack.
Who led the confederates to attack on the third day in Gettysburg?
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How do you use a Beyblade special in Beyblade battles?
you don't there is no special attack
Where did General Lee attack the Union to try to stop pressure on the capital?
Several Battles were fought. They are Known as the seven days battles.
