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Who was General Robert E. Lee?
The major Confederate general at the Battle of Antietam.
What were the results for the Confederacy in the battle?
They retreated at the end of the Battle of Antietam.
When did the Civil War start?
1861
Where did the Battle of Antietam take place?
Antietam Creek
What is the Battle of Antietam known as?
It was known as the bloodiest battle of the Civil War.
Who was General George McClellan?
The major Union general at the Battle of Antietam.
What is an example of a strategic victory?
The results of the Battle of Antietam for the Union.
When did the Battle of Antietam take place?
1862
Where in the U.S. did the Battle of Antietam take place?
Maryland
The Battle of Antietam was the first what for the Union?
It was the first battle of the Civil War they had on their soil.
Who was General Joseph Hooker?
He lead McClellan’s army after McClellan was injured in the foot.
What does the ratio 2:1 represent?
The ratio of McClellan's Forces to Lee's forces.
When in the year did the Battle of Antietam happen?
September
What town was near the Battle of Antietam?
The town of Sharpsburg.
How many casualties did the Union have?
2,100 were killed and 10,300 were wounded or missing
Who was General Burnside?
He commanded his army to cross a stonebridge so that he could force the Confederates back
What is an example of inconclusive?
The results of the Battle of Antietam.
When in the month of September did the Battle of Antietam take place?
September 17
Where did General Lee's main forces come from?
They came from Northern Virginia
How many casualties did the Confederacy have?
2,770 were killed and 11,000 were wounded or missing
Who was General Jackson?
He was famous for fighting in the Civil War and he fought in the Battle of Antietam.
What is the Potomac River?
The river Lee withdrew across after the Battle of Antietam.
When did the Battle of Antietam end?
The same day, September 17.
Where did General Lee retreat to after the battle?
They retreated to Shenandoah Valley
What did President Lincoln do after this battle?
He gave a speech, the Emancipation Proclamation.