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Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol 1. When did the BatThe Battle of Gettysburg took place from July 1 to July tle of Gettysburg take 3, 1863. place? 2. What was the location The Battle of Gettysburg was fought in and around of the Battle of Get- the...

Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol 1. When did the BatThe Battle of Gettysburg took place from July 1 to July tle of Gettysburg take 3, 1863. place? 2. What was the location The Battle of Gettysburg was fought in and around of the Battle of Get- the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. tysburg? 3. Who were the main The main commanders for the Union forces were commanders for the General George G. Meade, and for the Confederate Union and Confeder- forces, it was General Robert E. Lee. ate forces at Gettysburg? 4. What were the reasons behind General Lee's decision to invade the North? General Lee invaded the North to alleviate pressure on Virginia, to obtain supplies, and to win a major battle on Northern soil to potentially influence European powers to recognize the Confederacy. 5. What was the significance of Little Round Top during the Battle of Gettysburg? Little Round Top was a strategic hill that anchored the Union left flank. Its defense by Union forces under General Joshua Chamberlain played a crucial role in securing the Union victory. 6. What was Pickett's Pickett's Charge was a Confederate infantry assault Charge, and what was ordered by General Lee on the third day of the battle. its outcome? It resulted in heavy Confederate casualties and failed to break through the Union lines. 7. How did the terrain The rugged terrain, including hills, ridges, and forests, of Gettysburg impact influenced the positioning of troops and the effectivethe battle's outcome? ness of defensive positions, shaping the course of the battle. 8. What were some of Some key moments included the fighting at Little the key moments or Round Top, the repulse of Pickett's Charge, and the turning points during defense of Cemetery Hill and Culp's Hill. the Battle of Gettysburg? 1/6 Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol 9. How did President Abraham Lincoln respond to the Union victory at Gettysburg? President Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address, a speech honoring the fallen soldiers and reaffirming the nation's commitment to the principles of liberty and equality. 10. What were the casu- The casualties were staggering, with over 50,000 alties like for both soldiers killed, wounded, or missing from both sides Union and Confeder- combined. ate forces at Gettysburg? 11. What was the signif- The Union victory at Gettysburg marked a turning icance of the Union point in the Civil War, halting Confederate momentum victory at Gettysand boosting Northern morale. burg? 12. How did the Battle The defeat at Gettysburg significantly weakened of Gettysburg impact General Lee's Army of Northern Virginia and forced General Lee's Army them to retreat back into Virginia. of Northern Virginia? 13. What was the impor- The Battle of Gettysburg demonstrated the importance of the Battle of tance of defensive positions and the effectiveness of Gettysburg in terms well-coordinated attacks in military strategy. of military strategy? 14. What factors conFactors contributing to the Union victory included tributed to the Union strong defensive positions, effective leadership, and victory at Gettystimely reinforcements. burg? 15. How did the Battle of Gettysburg impact the civilian population in the area? The civilian population of Gettysburg suffered greatly during the battle, with many homes and buildings damaged or destroyed, and the town serving as a makeshift hospital for wounded soldiers. 16. What were some of Long-term consequences included the weakening of the long-term conse- the Confederate war effort, the boost to Union morale, 2/6 Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol quences of the Battle and the eventual turning tide of the Civil War in favor of Gettysburg? of the Union. 17. How did the Battle of Gettysburg contribute to the overall legacy of the Civil War? The Battle of Gettysburg is remembered as one of the most significant battles of the Civil War and a defining moment in American history, symbolizing the struggle for freedom and the preservation of the Union. 18. What role did weather conditions play during the Battle of Gettysburg? The weather conditions, including extreme heat and rain, added to the challenges faced by soldiers on both sides and impacted the movement and effectiveness of troops. 19. How did General Lee's decision-making during the battle influence its outcome? General Lee's decision to order Pickett's Charge on the third day of the battle is often criticized as a costly tactical mistake that contributed to the Confederate defeat. 20. How did the Battle of Gettysburg shape the course of the Civil War in the Western Theater? The Union victory at Gettysburg, combined with other Union successes in the Western Theater, contributed to the eventual defeat of the Confederacy and the reunification of the nation. 21. When and where Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809, in was Abraham Lincoln a one-room log cabin on the Sinking Spring Farm in born? Hardin County, Kentucky. 22. What were Abraham Lincoln's parents' names? Abraham Lincoln's parents were Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks Lincoln. 23. What was Abraham Lincoln's childhood like? Abraham Lincoln's childhood was marked by poverty and hardship. His family moved frequently, and he had limited access to formal education. 24. Before entering politics, Lincoln worked as a lawyer in Springfield, Illinois. 3/6 Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol What was Lincoln's profession before entering politics? 25. What political party did Lincoln belong to? Abraham Lincoln was a member of the Republican Party. 26. What were some of Lincoln's views on slavery? Lincoln opposed the expansion of slavery into new territories and states, but initially did not advocate for its abolition in existing slave states. 27. What event propelled Lincoln's debates with Stephen A. Douglas during Lincoln into the na- the 1858 Illinois Senate race brought him national tional spotlight? attention and established him as a prominent figure in the Republican Party. 28. What was Lincoln's Lincoln's famous speech delivered at the dedication famous speech deliv- of the Gettysburg National Cemetery is known as the ered during the dedi- Gettysburg Address. cation of the Gettysburg National Cemetery called? 29. How did Lincoln's leadership impact the nation during the Civil War? Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War was characterized by his steadfast determination to preserve the Union and his role as commander-in-chief of the Union Army. 30. What were some of Lincoln's notable achievements as president? Some of Lincoln's notable achievements include issuing the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared the freedom of all enslaved people in Confederate-held territory, and signing the Homestead Act into law. 31. What was the signifi- Lincoln's assassination by John Wilkes Booth on April cance of Lincoln's as- 14, 1865, just days after the end of the Civil War, had sassination? a profound impact on the nation and marked the first assassination of a U.S. president. 4/6 Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol 32. How did Lincoln's humble upbringing influence his presidency? Lincoln's humble upbringing instilled in him a strong sense of empathy for the common people and shaped his commitment to equality and justice for all Americans. 33. What was Lincoln's Lincoln firmly believed in the indivisibility of the Union stance on secession? and opposed secession, viewing it as unconstitutional and a threat to the stability of the nation. 34. How did Lincoln's views on slavery evolve over time? While Lincoln initially focused on preventing the expansion of slavery, his views evolved during the Civil War, leading to his eventual support for the abolition of slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation. 35. What role did Lincoln play in the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment? Lincoln played a crucial role in advocating for and securing the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery nationwide. 36. What was Lincoln's approach to reconstruction after the Civil War? Lincoln favored a lenient approach to reconstruction, seeking to reunite the country and reconcile with the Southern states rather than seeking retribution. 37. How did Lincoln's assassination impact the course of Reconstruction? Lincoln's assassination led to the presidency of Andrew Johnson, whose approach to Reconstruction differed from Lincoln's and ultimately resulted in a more punitive and divisive period. 38. What was Lincoln's nickname and why was he given that nickname? Lincoln was often called "Honest Abe" because of his reputation for honesty and integrity. 39. What were some of Lincoln's famous quotes? Some of Lincoln's famous quotes include "A house divided against itself cannot stand" and "Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." 40. 5/6 Battle of Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln Study online at https://quizlet.com/_epfnol How is Abraham Lin- Abraham Lincoln is remembered as one of the greatcoln remembered to- est presidents in American history, revered for his day? leadership during the Civil War, his commitment to ending slavery, and his enduring legacy of freedom and equality for all Americans. 6/6