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between 1863 and 1865 there were battles in Georgia

Between the Union and Confederate armies

Battle of Chickamauga, Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, Battle of Atlanta, and more

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Although Georgia did not have as many wars on their land as other states, it was still involved in the war by fighting in wars out of their state

Georgia provided rifles, cannons gunpowder and more to confederate states

The resources Georgia provided helped other confederate states during the Civil War

Confederate states depended on Georgia for materials & resources

Georgians helped fight in battles in virginia

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The state was extremely affected by the Civil War

Many people from Georgia helped during the war, and because of this 5,553 Georgians lost their lives

The Civil War left most of Georgia devastated and worried for the future

There were lots wounded people and soldiers

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The battle of Chickamauga

Took place in Chickamauga Creek

The Union was trying to gain the crossroads for four major railroads

Abraham believed if he got these railroads the confederate supplies would be cut therefore ending the war quicker

The confederate was just trying to defend their land during this battle

The confederate army won the battle

This was an important battle because it was the largest confederate victory

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General William J Hardee was known for writing Rifle and Light Infantry tactics for the confederate soldiers

He commanded  a corps in the Confederate attacks at Shiloh (April 1862)

Agreed with slavery

He led his men during the defense of Corinth, Mississippi

Fought in Perryville (October, 1862)

In conclusion, Lieutenant General William J. Hardee made a big impact for the confederacy because he led troops and most of all he created Rifle and Light Infantry tactics that were then used for victorys

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Georgia did not only contribute men, they also contributed lots of materials for the rest of the confederacy

Georgia helped provide rifles, cannons, tools, sabers, gunpowder, wagons, railroad cars, saddles, harnesses, and clothing.

Almost 100,000 men served in the Civil War from Georgia

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Georgia and the confederacy had a victory but behind all of it the truth was, they continued to have horrible slave conditions, race hatred, cruelty, and more

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A Political Cartoon on Georgia's victory but also the slavery that would still continue 

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A Political Cartoon on Georgia's victory but also the slavery that would still continue 

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all of these battles happened between 1861-1865

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As you can see, to conclude all of this, Georgia had a pretty big involvement in the Civil War. Although Georgia did not fight in just as many battles as other states did, Georgia still had a big involvement and contributed significantly. With almost 100,000 men contributing in the war and fighting, Georgia definitely played a big role. Not only that, but with all the equipment Georgia contributed such as cannons,rifles, and more during the Civil War, they really helped the confederacy and tremendously improved battles for the confederacy.

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Union forces commanded by William T. Sherman

Union wanted to neutralize the important rail and supply area

Confederate forces defending the area under John B. Hoods command

Confederacy is defeated

Union victory (September 1864)

The railroads were an important military supply center

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Captured and paroled with the city's troops

He was very praised for several successful and als unsuccessful attacks.

He served during the Peninsula Campaign of 1862

Served in the Battle of Yorktown, and Battle of Savage's Station

Got wounded at Battle of Malvern Hill

In October 1862 he commanded the 3rd Brigade of Stevenson's Division at Champion's Hill and Vicksburg

In conclusion, Brigadier General Alfred Cumming made an impact in the Civil War since he helped fight in so many battles and even led troops