3 years ago

Why was capturing Atlanta a major goal of the Union during the Civil War

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Answer:

Capturing Atlanta put the North in control of an important railroad link of the South and the center of its industry. it also showed the North that progress was being made in capturing the South and helped Lincoln be re-elected by a landslide.

Phoenix [80]3 years ago

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Answer:

Atlanta was used as a military center and a supply route for the confederate army. So it was important for the Union to capture it because of its location and importance.

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