Hardtack Was

question 23

Multiple Choice

Hardtack was

• A) the nickname for the bayonet that was used by Union forces.
• B) a type of biscuit was that was a mainstay in the rations of Union forces.
• C) the tactic of quickly changing the direction of a military unit and hitting the enemy from an unexpected direction.
• D) the ammunition that was used in the Enfield rifle.
• E) a medal that all Union forces got to where after the war recognizing their service.

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