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What notable river was close by the campaign in which Lee defeated the much larger army led by Major General Joseph Hooker?

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Who won the Shenandoah campaign?

The Union Army, commanded by Maj. Gen. Philip Sheridan, won the Shenandoah campaign. They defeated the Confederate forces led by Lt. Gen. Jubal Early in a series of engagements in the Shenandoah Valley in 1864. Sheridan's victories in the campaign helped secure control of the valley for the Union and contributed to President Lincoln's reelection.


What did William Tecumseh Sherman accomplish during the Civil War to earn him a place in history?

He led the Union campaign to conquer Atlanta, from there destroying Georgia's countryside in a march to the sea.


What did sherman do during his campaign through Georgia?

During his campaign through Georgia, known as Sherman's March to the Sea, Union General William Tecumseh Sherman led a destructive military campaign from Atlanta to Savannah in late 1864. His strategy aimed to weaken the Confederacy's morale and resources by employing "total war," which involved destroying infrastructure, supply lines, and civilian property. Sherman's troops inflicted significant damage on railroads, factories, and farms, effectively crippling the South's ability to sustain the war effort. This campaign not only showcased military strategy but also aimed to hasten the end of the Civil War.


What were the 1860 campaign issues?

The 1860 presidential campaign was primarily centered around the issues of slavery and its expansion into new territories. The Democratic Party was divided, with Northern Democrats supporting Stephen Douglas's platform of popular sovereignty, while Southern Democrats backed John C. Breckinridge, who advocated for the protection of slavery. The newly formed Republican Party, led by Abraham Lincoln, opposed the spread of slavery, promoting free labor and economic development. Additionally, economic issues, including tariffs and internal improvements, also played a significant role in the campaign.