The Battle of Fort Henry was important because it was the first blow inflicted to the Confederate's defensive system set up to block a Union invasion of Tennessee coming down the Tennessee and Cumberland Rivers.
The seize of Fort Henry opened the way to the Union forces led by Gen. Grant to invest the stronghold of Fort Donelson on the River Cumberland.
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Well, isn't that an interesting question, friend? The battle at Fort William Henry was won by the French forces led by General Montcalm. It's important to remember that history is full of stories, each with its own lessons to teach us.
The Union troops under Grant - not too difficult, as the fort had been badly sited, and was half under-water.
The capture of Fort Henry was the first major battle that would soon bring notoriety to General US Grant.Grant led the Union forces that included generals McClernand and C.F. Smith. Union naval officer Andrew Foote's gunboats were essential for the victory in the capture of Fort Henry. On the Confederate side, the Fort Henry commander was Lloyd Tighman.
Battle of Fort Henry happened on 1862-02-06.
The North won the Battle of Fort Henry.
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Yes. The battle liberated this important waterway.
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The Battle of Fort Henry, February 6, 1862, during the American Civil War, was the first important victory for the Union.
The Battle of Fort Henry was fought in Western Tennessee on the right bank of the River Cumberland on February 6, 1862.
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To liberate the Tennessee River, an important military highway which led all the way to Alabama.
To gain control of the Tennessee River, an important military highway linking Alabama with the Mississippi.
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