Question

The main purpose of General Sherman's "March to the Sea" in 1864 was to

Answer 1

The main purpose of General Sherman's "March to the Sea" in 1864 was to destroy the South's strategic and economic capacity to fight.

Further Explanation:

William Tecumseh Sherman born on 8th February 1820 was an American educator, author, and soldier who also assisted as a General in the allied army during the era of the American Civil War. Sherman was recognized for his Outstanding military strategy.

He is also criticized for his policies implemented by him in the total war against the federal States. He began his campaign along with his troops by the annexation of Atlanta on 15th November and concluded itwith the annexation of port of Savannah on 21st December. His theories were based on the policies of the “Scorched earth” which aimed at destroying the infrastructure, civil properties, economy, and transportation network. His policies of penetrating deep within the enemy territory without supply lines are considered as his major achievement and an early instance of total war.

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Answer Details-  

Grade: High School

Chapter: “March to the Sea”

Subject:  History

Keywords: William Tecumseh Sherman, educator, author, soldier, American Civil War, Atlanta, Savannah, Scorched, earth.

Answer 2

D) destroy the South's strategic and economic capacity to fight