What Were the Advantages and Disadvantages for the Union Entering

question 47

Essay

What were the advantages and disadvantages for the Union entering the war? How did resources, military leadership, and troop availability impact the Union cause?

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Definitions:

Livestock

Domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce labor and commodities such as meat, eggs, and milk.

Environmental Effect

The impact of human activities or natural processes on the ecological balance or health of the biosphere.

Subsistence Farming

A type of agriculture where farmers grow food crops to meet the needs of themselves and their families, with little to no surplus.

Large-Scale Farming

Agricultural operations that involve vast areas of land and significant levels of production, often utilizing industrial methods.