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The Battle of Fredricksburg was a battle fought between General Robert E. Lee and General Ambrose Burnside. The Union had just crossed the Rappohannock River and moved into Fredricksburg. They faced minor resistance and after clearing the town, the Union focused on trying to beat the Confederates how were siting on top of Marey's Heights. They tried to break General Jackson's line, and failed. Then, they tried to hit General Lee's main force, but were slaughtered buy Lee's well positioned cannons. The battle ended in 40,000 of Burnside's 70,000 troops dead. It was a massive Confederate victory....

I am only 14, and this came of the top of my head, so it might not be 100% accurate, but I hope it helps.

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