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- 4. Jefferson Davis said this battle "marked" a turning point in the war.
- 5. This planned required 300 thousand soldiers and planned to split the south using the Mississippi.
- 7. This battle guaranteed the Confederacy's loss in the war and is considered the bloodiest battle in American History.
- 10. The Civil War began with this skirmish.
- 13. Attempted to capture Lincoln, ultimately leading to his assassination.
- 15. Led Union forces to the end of the war, also later became president.
- 16. A federal agency to help former slaves.
- 17. Described as too cautious, was nicknamed Young Napoleon.
- 18. This captured city was under rule by a Union General Benjamin "Beast" Butler.
- 19. Won the 1860 election.
- 20. This siege led to the Union controlling the Mississippi River and the promotion of U.S Grant.
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- 1. Assumed office after Lincoln's assassination.
- 2. Considered the first "full" battle of the Civil War.
- 3. led the "march to the sea".
- 6. This battle led to the Emancipation Proclamation.
- 8. Considered the first example of modern warfare.
- 9. Prevented the capture of Richmond, known for using knowledge of geography for his advantage.
- 11. In charge of Confederate forces for most of the war.
- 12. In charge of Confederate forces in the beginning of the war.
- 14. President of the Confederacy.
