Battles of Antietam, Gettysburg, Vicksburg, or Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House
1. Explain the significant of the event (2pts)
2. Provide details examples (2pts)
Gettysburg:
1. The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, as it marked the first major defeat for Confederate General Robert E. Lee and his army, leading to a shift in momentum in favor of the Union.
2. On July 1-3, 1863, the Union and Confederate armies clashed in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in a series of intense and bloody battles. The Union ultimately emerged victorious, with over 50,000 casualties on both sides. The Gettysburg Address, delivered by President Abraham Lincoln in November 1863, further solidified the significance of the battle and its impact on the nation.