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Unit 5 – Civil War and Reconstruction, 1848–1877
Topic 5.8
What was a key distinction between the Battle of Gettysburg and the Battle of Antietam in terms of their strategic significance?
Both battles resulted in significant shifts in battle tactics.
Both battles led directly to Southern surrender.
The Battle of Gettysburg marked a turning point for the Union, while the Battle of Antietam gave President Lincoln justification to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.
Both battles resulted in Confederate victories.
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AP US History - 5.8 Military Conflict in the Civil War
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