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Shiloh in April 1862.

Nearly a disaster for the Union, Grant heavily criticised, long-running feuds resulting from it...

But it represented the failure of the Confederates to win Western Tennessee, and it cost the life of (reputedly) their best General, Sidney Johnston.

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What military leader achieved the first Union victory in the western part of the Confederacy during the Civil War?

The first Union victory in the western part of the Confederacy during the Civil War was achieved by General Ulysses S. Grant. He secured this victory at the Battle of Fort Henry on February 6, 1862, followed by the capture of Fort Donelson shortly thereafter. These victories opened up the Tennessee River and allowed Union forces to penetrate deeper into the Confederate territory. Grant's success marked a significant turning point in the Union's campaign in the West.


Why was The Battle of Manassas important in the Civil war?

The Battle of Manassas, also known as the First Battle of Bull Run, was significant in the Civil War as it marked the first major land battle between the Union and Confederate forces. Fought on July 21, 1861, it shattered the Union's hopes for a swift victory and demonstrated the strength and determination of the Confederate army. The battle also highlighted the need for better training and preparation for Union troops, leading to a reevaluation of military strategies and tactics. Ultimately, it set the tone for a long and grueling conflict ahead.


What happened in fort Henry?

The Battle of Fort Henry, February 6, 1862, during the American Civil War, was the first important victory for the Union.


What was the first military act of the Civil War?

Capturing Fort Sumter from the Union army.


What was the first civil war medal called?

The first civil war medal was called the "Medal of Honor." It was established by the U.S. Congress in 1861 to recognize the bravery and heroism of Union soldiers during the Civil War. The medal has since evolved and is awarded for acts of valor in various branches of the U.S. military.

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Who was the first major battle of the Civil War?

The First major battle was Bull Run, where an expected Union victory was turned into a defeat


What is the capital of the state where the battle that gave the Union its first victory in the Civil War was fought on February 16th 1862?

Nashville


What was the first military action the confederacy took in the civil war?

Capturing Fort Sumter from the Union army.


Was the Battle of Antietam the 1st union victory?

Unfortunately it was but it also was the South's first attack on the North that resulted in a Union victory.


Battle of Shiloh during civil war?

First big Union victory. It spelt the end of Confederate hopes in the West, and gave new credibility to Grant.


Was the bull run the first important Union victory?

the union lost. it was a confedrate victory. It proveed to the union that the south could fight and that it would not be a quick war


The union victory at Fort Henry?

First battle in Tennessee - a Union victory under the unknown Brigadier-General U.S. Grant.


Why was the union surprised by the outcome of the bull run?

The outcome of the first Battle of Bull Run, which was a Confederate victory was a huge surprise for most Northerners. The Union was confident that the Confederacy, which had to build a military army from virtually the ground up, would be no match for the Union's small but standing army. The Union's high command had no idea how unprepared they really were for a large battle, and had no idea that an untried Southern military force would give the North a solid victory.


Did the union had more trained military at the beginning of the civil war?

The Union was poorly trained just as the Confederates were, and at first both of the armies started equal, with the Confederates quickly getting stronger, then the Union making a comeback.


Who was the winners in the Battle of Antietam?

The Union. It was the first substantial Union victory in the Eastern theatre.


First union victory in war?

first union victory The first major Union victory was Grant's victories at Ft. Henry and Ft. Donelson. He won the reputation for "Unconditional Surrender" Grant with these victories. The first Northern Victory in a set battle was Grant's victory at Shiloh. It showed that even if forced to conduct a graduated withdrawal, Grant would reinforce, resupply, regroup, and counter-attack, driving the Confederates from the field.


What are the Important facts about the US Civil War battles of Bull Run?

The most important facts of the two US Civil War battles of Bull Run were that they were Confederate victories. In each case, the Union believed that the battles would be Union victories.The First Battle of Bull Run and the Southern victory, was the Union's realization that the South presented a real military danger and that a new Union army needed to be formed to protect Washington DC. The Second Battle of Bull Run was important in that General Lee's victory led to his raid into Maryland. The result was the Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest day in US history then and for future US wars.