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Understanding the Military Strengths of the Union and Confederate Armies During the Civil War

This analysis examines the strengths and technologies of the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War. The North boasted greater wealth, manpower, and industrial capacity, with twice the railroad tracks and a larger navy. In contrast, the South had experienced military officers and fought on familiar terrain, leveraging cotton to establish international support. The impact of the Industrial Revolution is highlighted, showcasing advancements in firearms, cannons, and naval technology. Both sides believed in the righteousness of their cause and expected a quick victory.

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Understanding the Military Strengths of the Union and Confederate Armies During the Civil War

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  1. Sizing Up the Armies The Union Army The Confederate States of America Enter Technology

  2. The North Strengths • The North outnumbers the South with more men • The North has factories that can produce weapons, uniforms and supplies needed for war

  3. The North Strengths • The North has double the number of railroad tracks • The North has the largest navy and almost all the arsenals are in the North • The North is wealthy

  4. The South Strengths • Most military officers are well trained and well experienced at war • Southerners are going to fight harder because they well be fighting on Southern soil

  5. The South Strengths • The South has cotton which supplies Northern factories • Cotton is also sold to the England and France, the South believes that they will become allies and recognize the South as a nation

  6. The North and the South • Both believe in what they are fighting for is a noble cause • Men from both sides rush to join the army to prove their manhood

  7. The North and the South • Both sides feel that they can win the war • Actually both sides felt that the war would be over in a couple months

  8. The Industrial Revolution and Warfare • Firearms • Revolvers have five shots or more • Rifles can shoot farther and accurately

  9. The Industrial Revolution and Warfare • Cannons • Howitzers lob large shells over obstacles • Rifled cannons fire great distances

  10. Defensive positions • Trenches protected soldiers from enemy fire • Foxholes

  11. Ironclad gunboats • Naval gunship made with steel sides • Armed with numerous cannons

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