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What was the objective of the confederate in the battle of Gettysburg?
What was the objective of the confederate in the battle of Gettysburg
What was the unions ridge at Gettysburg?
Cemetery Ridge
How many troops was on the unions side?
At Gettysburg, 95000 men.
Was the unions victory at Gettysburg a turning point in the war?
Yes
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.
Why is Gettysburg considered a turning point in the Civil War?
Because it was the unions first major victory.
Who was the unions commander during the Gettysburg battle?
Major General George G. Meade was in command of the Union forces at the Battle of Gettysburg.
What are Meade's and Grants objectives at Gettysburg?
General Ulysses S Grant was not at the Battle of Gettysburg. He was conducting the Seige of Vicksburg on the Mississippi River from May to July of 1863.General George Meade's main objective at Gettysburg was to place his army between the Army of Northern Virginia and Washington DC and to force General Robert E Lee to attack him. This he accomplished with skill and efficiency.
What was the unions battle stratagy during the battle of Gettysburg?
The strategy was to hold the high ground and make the rebels attack them by cutting off their line of march.
What was the confederacy objective for the Battle of Gettysburg?
To carry the war to the North, fight a defensive battle and force the Yankees to destroy themselves attacking them, as at Fredricksburg.
What battle was considered the turning point of the war and who's favor did it turn to?
Gettysburg was the turn of the war in the Unions favor. This showed many northerners that the war could be won. Sadly though, the Battle of Gettysburg was the bloodiest battle on our nations soil which pitted brother against brother.
Which battle on the map was fought in Pennsylvania?
The Battle of Gettysburg was fought in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
