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The Confederates hold a

position of advantage

during this battle, whereas

the Union army has a

position of disadvantage

and lose

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Every-time the union wins they kill a lot of people and they have a huge death rate. Lincoln's actions were important  Since they're where so many deaths so Lincoln wanted to change the views in which the people saw the government so that there would be a more peaceful community.

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General Lee split his forces into two because he wanted to split the Union forces to fight on two fronts.

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Because the Union won, the Confederate army lost the support of Great Britain and France. Their strategy was based mainly on gaining foreign backing in the war. The bloodiest day in American history also left a lasting impact on many of the soldiers, showing them how serious the war truly was.

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Using their knowledge of the land, Confederates held the high ground across from a river. This made the Union have to cross the river and climb uphill, putting them at a clear disadvantage. The Confederates claim victory. This is important because it demonstrates how knowledge of land in battle can lead to victory.

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The Battle of Fort Sumpter had high importance to the Confederate Army because they had won the first battle of the war which likely raised Confederate morale and embarrassed the Union by showing that they were unprepared.

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This is important because it was total destruction and had a lot of after effects. Also, this was important because it allowed Lincoln to get re elected to try to reconstruct after the wars.

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Fort Sumpter was important because it showed that the Union were not prepared and that the Confederates were quick, making the first move and trapping them. Since it was also the first battle, it was a huge impact on both sides.

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The Confederates want to prove themselves to Britain and France. Even with the Union victorious, many suffered a painful, but remembered death for the cause.

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The Confederates holding higher ground allowed them to have an advantage in the battle. The Union had to cross uphill, and so are left at a disadvantage. This advantage was likely the reason they won.

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Despite their last defeat, the northerners had an advantage of the terrain including the best places where they will stay hidden and where they are the most vulnerable. The Union victory encouraged them that they might win the war despite the high death rate.

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Gettysburg had nearly double the amount of deaths than there were at Antietam, which was the previous most bloody day in American history.  The Union won; this led to the Gettysburg Address, where Lincoln changed people’s perception of the government and its people.

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This was important because it caused massive destruction in Georgia. It also made Lincoln's rules of value resulting in a reelection. Since many agreed with his laws. Also this is important because General Sherman rushed in Georgia.

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Lee split his men into two which he could've used to flank/surround the Union army.

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there was 51,000 deaths but the Union won. Lincoln called for Unity so people would view the government differently.

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The Confederates were looking for the support of Great Britain and France but ultimately failed. They were conquered by the Union, and this day was considered the bloodiest day in American history.

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This is important because when General Sherman destroyed everything in the attack his ideals of total war came through, making him seem ruthless. This is what made Lincoln allowed to be reelected.

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It led to the Gettysburg address which changed the way people viewed the government

About 51,000 people died

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The North (Union) is unprepared to the beginning of the battles

The Confederate begins with a win; likely drives them to keep fighting

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The defeat of Fort Sumter showed that the North wasn't really prepared for the war, while the South was willing to fight for what they wanted. It also gave encouragement to the Southern soldiers from the win.

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General Sherman went through Georgia with a bunch of troops and destroyed everything and caused a lot of damage. This is what allowed Lincoln to be reelected.

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The Union won, leading to the Gettysburg Address where people grew a respect and a new view on the government

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General Lee made a strategic decision which ended up in his favor with the Confederates winning

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This is important because they struggled since they had to charge uphill bringing guns which can indicate it is not a simple task. Although the Confederates had better ground it gave them a advantage to win.

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The confederates won, and because of this the union lost support from France. Also the union victory gave them some hope in thinking they could win the war.

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General Lee split up his troops so he could surround the Union forces

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-The Confederates look up to General Lee as a strong leader

-The Confederates gain an advantage in the war

-The Union is humiliated of their larger advantage yet defeat

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for Sumter shares importance due to this period of time being the first shots of the civil war

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This was helpful because General Sherman went with his troop and created total destruction , and this also allowed Lincoln get re-elected

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This was very important because the confederates had a advantage in the position they were in during the battle unlike there enemy which had a disadvantage because they did not have an advantage in position like the Confederates did which gave the Confederates the greater advantage which led them to win.