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Chapter 16 and 17 Re

Chapter 16 and 17 Review

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Ft. Sumter Location of first battle of the civil war
blockade When armed forces prevent transportation of goods in or out of an area.
William T. Sherman Union General who led his famous march across parts of the gulf.
1st Battle of Bull Run Confederate troops defeated Union troops here. Stonewall Jackson got his nickname here.
calvary soldiers on horse back
John Wilkes Booth Actor who assassinated president lincoln.
Battle of Antietam Bloodiest Battle of the war. Confederates retreated, Union did not pursue.
Emancipation Proclamation Famous speech by Lincoln unofficially freeing all slaves
54th Massachusetts Regiment One of the first african regiments in the north
Battle of Gettysburg Turning point of the war, won by Union
Gettysburg Address Speech by president lincoln honoring the fallen
Siege if Vicksburg Gave the Union total control of the Mississippi.
Appomattox Court House Location of the surrender by General Lee to Grant.
Robert E Lee Confederate General
Ulysses S. Grant Union General
What issues led to the firing on Fort Sumter? Lincoln felt he needed to supply the Fort, and the south saw that as a sign of war.
How did the announcement of the Emancipation Proclamation affect the country during the civil war? It had little affect on the country, but did change the goals of the Union army.
What was the significance of Gettysburg and Vicksburg to the Confederacy during the war? They were major losses and confirmed the fact that victory was implausible.
What was the significance of Gettysburg and Vicksburg to the Union during the war? They were both key strategic victories for the Union.
How did president Lincoln express his views regarding the Union in his first and second inaugural address? He wanted to preserve the Union and keep the country united.
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