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One of the key developments enabling the Union to stop the Confederate thrust into the North at Antietam was?
the discovery of lees battle plans
Which confederate army general was Robert E. Lees right hand make and was killed in battle?
Lt. General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson.
What battle did union officer find general lee battle plan wrapped around cigar?
The orders showed the plan for Lees Maryland Campaign and led to the Battle of Antietam.
Which plans of lees were desrtoyed by the union victory at the battle of Gettysburg?
The plan to invade the prosperous state of Pennsylvania, to forage for his men and plunder the state for supplies.
Why did the union general find that helped them to know lees plans for this battle?
The Union general discovered Lee's plans for the battle due to the accidental loss of a Confederate order, known as Special Order 191. This document, which detailed the movements and intentions of Lee's army, was found by Union soldiers wrapped around a cigar. The information allowed the Union forces to anticipate Lee's strategies, ultimately giving them a tactical advantage in the battle. This intelligence was crucial in shaping the Union's response and contributing to their success.
Why wasAbraham Lincoln furious after the Battle of Gettysburg?
because general meade didnot pursue general lees army . If he had, the war could have been shortened by at least a year
What Union general was overly cautious approach that led to little progress in the East?
Union general Geoge Mcellen, after the battle of antietam, he failed to pursue Lees army, allowing them to escape. He was fired for this
What famous battle halted lees last invasion of the north?
The battle of Gettysburg
What are some interesting facts about the Battle of Antietam?
The union general had Lee (confederate general) plans for 18 hours and didnt act on it allowing the south to still use those plans.
What battle did Robert E. Lee lose his battle plans on the ground?
General Robert E. Lee lost his battle plans at Antietam, when a messenger dropped them and Union solders found them. George McClellan was given the plans and later fired because he let the south retreat.
Did president Truman back the battle plans of General MacArthur during the Korean War?
yes
How did the union army find out about lee's battle plan?
General Lee had wrapped some cigars in the pages containing his plans of battle. They were lost, only to be found by General Grant's Army.
