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A clear, appealing war-aim - to defend the homeland against the invader.

Some of the best Generals in the Regular Army, who had resigned to join the Confederates.

Plenty of recruits with soldierly skills like shooting and horse-riding.

No need for their President to worry about re-election for seven years.

Sympathy and some material help from abroad in the first 18 months.

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