Chapter 14: Civil War Overview and Emancipation Proclamation

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What was one of the main goals of the Confederacy during the Civil War?

To expand into the Western territories

To defend its territory (correct)

To achieve industrial supremacy

To capture New York City

What significant change did the battle of Bull Run bring to the Union's military strategy?

It prompted Lincoln to reorganize the military and replace generals. (correct)

It demonstrated that the South had superior naval capabilities.

It led to an immediate peace treaty.

It resulted in the Union's abandonment of the Anaconda Plan.

What was the Anaconda Plan intended to achieve for the North?

To secure alliances with European nations

To initiate direct invasions into Confederate territory

To utilize guerrilla warfare against Southern troops

To blockade Southern ports and control the Mississippi River (correct)

What was a consequence of the North's successful blockade during the Civil War?

Significant reduction in Confederate morale Signup and view all the answers

Which leader became the primary general for the Union and was known for his victories in the West?

Ulysses S. Grant Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of Antietam in the Civil War?

It was the costliest battle of the war. Signup and view all the answers

What was Lincoln's initial stance on slavery at the beginning of the Civil War?

He intended to keep the Union together without freeing slaves. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Emancipation Proclamation achieve?

It made abolishing slavery a military goal. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about black soldiers during the Civil War is true?

They comprised 180,000 of the Union's fighting force. Signup and view all the answers

What was a major consequence of the South's loss in the Civil War?

The beginning of legal abolition of slavery. Signup and view all the answers

What role did women play during the Civil War?

They were primarily nurses and managed homes as men went to war. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the challenges faced by the Confederacy during the war?

Inflation and poor management of funds. Signup and view all the answers

Which battle is considered the turning point of the Civil War?

Battle of Gettysburg. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the North's economic stability during the Civil War?

It helped fund the war effort more effectively. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of Sherman's March?

It disrupted Confederate supply lines and morale. Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1864 election signify for Lincoln and the Republican Party?

Their strong support due to a series of military victories. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons for the poor treatment of black soldiers initially in the war?

They were segregated and given lower ranks. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributed to Lincoln's decision to issue the Emancipation Proclamation?

His belief that freeing slaves would weaken the Confederacy. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main issues Lincoln faced with regard to the Confederate states after the war?

Whether the states needed to reapply for statehood. Signup and view all the answers

What event marked the end of the Civil War?

Lee's surrender at Appomattox. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Civil War (1861-1865)

Confederate Goals: Defend territory
Union Goals: Defeat the Confederacy
Battle of Bull Run (1861): Confederate victory, boosted their confidence. Lincoln replaced generals.
Anaconda Plan (Union): Blockade Southern ports, control the Mississippi River.
- Union Navy mostly successful in blockading Southern ports.
- South developed ironclad ships revolutionizing naval warfare.
- Union achieved control of the Mississippi (New Orleans captured in 1862).
Military Leaders:
- Ulysses S. Grant (Union): Key victories in the West.
- Robert E. Lee (Confederacy): Led the Army of Northern Virginia.
Battle of Antietam (1862): Costliest single day of the war (23,000 casualties). Lincoln fired General McClellan for not pursuing Lee.

Emancipation Proclamation

Initial Lincoln stance: Didn't intend to initially abolish slavery, focused on preserving the Union.
Contrabands: Escaped slaves who assisted the Union.
Lincoln's evolving stance: Sought to free slaves as a military strategy to weaken the Confederacy.
Emancipation Proclamation (Jan 1, 1863): Freed slaves in Confederate states, not in border states.
Impact: Made abolishing slavery a Union military objective, fundamentally changing the war.

War's Impact on the Home Front

Southern Hardships: Inflation, poor management, railroad destruction led to hardship and starvation. Women took on crucial roles as Southern towns' managers.
Northern Advantages: Stronger economy, establishment of the IRS, printing of "greenbacks."
Northern Opposition: Peace Democrats, Irish, and others opposed the war, leading to riots (especially over the draft).
Native American Relations: Degraded further as both sides ignored their interests

Gettysburg to Appomattox

Battle of Gettysburg (1863): 3-day battle, 51,000 casualties, Union victory, ending Confederate offensive capabilities.
Grant's Strategy: Aggressive military campaign in Virginia, advancements in weaponry (rifles and artillery).
Sherman's March: Deliberate destruction across Georgia and surrounding territories.
Farragut's raid on Mobile Bay removed the South's coastal influence
1864 Election: Lincoln's re-election secured with military successes.
Grant's Advance: Lincoln's leadership and Grant's strategies made Southern defeat inevitable.
Lee's Surrender (April 9, 1865): At Appomattox, Virginia.

Post-War Impacts

13th Amendment: Abolished slavery
Reconstruction Challenges: Complex issues of Confederate states' readmission to the Union. Lincoln's vision for national reunification and "Reconstruction."
Lincoln's Assassination (April 1865): Caused further societal chaos.

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Explore the key goals and battles of the Civil War from 1861-1865, including the Confederacy's defensive strategies and the Union's Anaconda Plan. Learn about significant military leaders, major battles, and the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation on slavery and the war effort.