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How was the Battle of the wilderness the symbolic end to the Confederate States and the end of Lee's victories in the Civil War?
Because it was the first shot in Grant's Overland campaign - and the first time that Lee was facing a General of his own calibre.
However, the question asserts something that is not correct. The Battle of the Wilderness was by no means the end of the Confederacy, nor were Lee's victories at an end. Although the Battle of the Wilderness ended inconclusively, the Union forces suffered horrifying casualties (18,000 in 3 days). The next battle, around Spotsylvania, was a Confederate victory. Lee's forces were badly outnumbered but drove back Grant's Army and again drew stunning casualties. A few weeks later, Grant attacked Lee's forces at Cold Harbor and again suffered staggering losses while being driven back. However, Lee's forces were very badly depleted by these three battles and replacements were not possible. Lee was never again able to have a decisive victory over Grant's forces.
What else can I help you with?
What route did the union and confederate troops follow from the battle of the wilderness to the siege of petersburg?
Spotsylvania and Coldharbour.
Did the confederate army defeat any other battle?
Yes, the Confederate Army achieved several significant victories during the American Civil War. Notable battles include the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, where Confederate forces decisively defeated Union troops, and the Battle of Chancellorsville in 1863, often regarded as General Robert E. Lee's greatest tactical triumph. These victories helped bolster Confederate morale and temporarily shifted the momentum of the war in their favor.
Which battle did general lee win?
His major victories were: Seven Days Battles Fredericksburgh Chancellorsville Second Manassas The Wilderness Spotsylvania Cold Harbor
When did Battle of the Wilderness happen?
Battle of the Wilderness happened in 1864.
What general was involved in the battle of the wilderness?
For the Union, General Ulysses S. Grant and George G. Meade. For the Confederate States of America, there was Robert E. Lee.
What Famous battle victories did the confederate states have?
Chancellorsville, Seven days, Fredricksburg, First and Second Manassas, Chickamauga, Wilderness, Brice Crossroads, Fort Sumter, Cold Harbor, Spotsylvania.
What battles were important Confederate victories?
The Battle of Bull Run was one.
What do the Battle of Bull Run fredericksberg and the 7-day battle have in common?
ANSWER They were all Confederate victories.
What effect do the confederate victories at bull run and Balls bluff have on the northerners?
THe battle of trees and oxygen>>
What can be said of the Confederate army during the Wilderness Campaign?
It was not able to rest and heal after a battle.
What can be said the Confederate Army during the wilderness campaign?
It was not able to rest and heal after a battle.
What route did the union and confederate troops follow from the battle of the wilderness to the siege of petersburg?
Spotsylvania and Coldharbour.
What route did the union and Confederate troops follow from the battle of wilderness to the siege of Petersburg?
Spotsylvania and Coldharbour.
What route did Union and confederate troops follow from the battle of the wilderness to siege of petersburg?
Spotsylvania and Coldharbour.
Famas battle victoris of confederate?
First and Second Manassas, Chancellorsville, The Wilderness, Fredricksburg, Cold Harbor.
Did the confederate army defeat any other battle?
Yes, the Confederate Army achieved several significant victories during the American Civil War. Notable battles include the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, where Confederate forces decisively defeated Union troops, and the Battle of Chancellorsville in 1863, often regarded as General Robert E. Lee's greatest tactical triumph. These victories helped bolster Confederate morale and temporarily shifted the momentum of the war in their favor.
Did the North or the South have the advantage in the Battle of the Wilderness?
I'm not sure what you mean by the advantage, but the Battle of the Wilderness was a tactical Confederate victory. The Federals were outmanoeuvered and their flanks were rolled up, and they lost 18000 men to the south's 8000.
