The First Real Battle of the War

question 24

Multiple Choice

The first real battle of the war:

• A) was the First Battle of Bull Run
• B) was the Battle of Harpers Ferry
• C) was a victory for the Union forces at Antietam
• D) resulted in the death of General Albert S. Johnston in Atlanta
• E) made both sides think victory would be quick and easy

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