In 1934 the Communists suffered huge losses against the nationalists in the Chinese Civil War. Faced with the prospect of annhilation the leaders of the Comunist army shose to start what is now called the Long March. This was a tactic of withdrawal into mountainous areas, some 2500 miles to the north and west. The purpose was simple: survival. By undertaking a tactical withdrawal the Communists could ensure that they still had an effective fighting force; could select easy to defend locations; could regroup and could ensure that the Nationalists supply lines were long and susceptible to attacks.
Answer: A) Lincoln signed the Pacific Railroad Act of 1862 into law, which stimulated the construction of the railroad.
Explanation: Just took the test :)
It spanned from <span>the 1860s to the 1890s.</span>
