For Each Historical Identification Question, Define the Term and Briefly

question 51

Short Answer

For each historical identification question, define the term and briefly describe its historical significance.
-Thomas Aquinas

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Definitions:

General Sherman

refers to William Tecumseh Sherman, a Union general during the American Civil War, known for his "March to the Sea" campaign, which aimed to demoralize the South.

Atlanta

A major city in Georgia, known for its significant role in both the Civil War and the civil rights movement.

Mississippi River

One of the largest rivers in the United States, flowing south from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, and playing a significant role in the country’s commerce and ecology.

Vicksburg

A significant civil war battle that took place in 1863 in Vicksburg, Mississippi, marking a turning point in the war with the Union's victory.