Question

Why do you think that the Union wanted to take control of Richmond, Virginia?

Answer 1

Explanation:

What was the most important reason why the Union wanted to capture Richmond? Richmond was the capital of the South. Why did the South need support from Europe? The South needed money for the war effort.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Richmond, Virginia served as the capital of the Confederate States of America for almost the whole of the American Civil War. It was a vital source of weapons and supplies for the war effort, and the terminus of five railroads. The Union made many attempts to invade Richmond. ... Efforts to take Richmond by the James River were successfully blocked