North vs. South
At the beginning of the Civil War, what was one advantage that the North had over the South?
more railroads, more people, more factories, more manufactured goods
Who was “the angel of the battlefield”?
Clara Barton
What was the result of the mismatch of new weapons with old military tactics?
extremely bloody battles
The most famous Black unit of the Civil War was
the 54th Massachusetts Regiment.
Which side's economy was based on agriculture and exporting cash crops like cotton?
the south
Why did women have new opportunities in the workforce?
Women took over the jobs done by men, who were fighting in the war
When not marching or drilling, soldiers spent most of their time
writing letters, playing cards, baseball, music and songs
What risks did African American soldiers face if they were captured in the South?
They could be forced into slavery or executed.
What challenges did Southern leaders face?
cotton exports declined, inflation, riots of prices, concerns over the draft
Why were Civil War battles more deadly than battles in previous wars?
New weapons such as rifled muskets and exploding cannonball were more accurate.
Why was medical care so appalling during the Civil War?
Doctors did not understand the causes of infection or the need for sanitary procedures in surgery.
How did some African American soldiers react to the unequal pay they received?
Some refused to fight (mutined) until their pay was made equal to that of White soldiers. Others refused the pay (taken from the Ken Burn's documentary)
Why did the Southern cotton embargo fail?
Hint: It has to do with Great Britain
Great Britain already had a surplus of cotton and was developing new supply sources.
Why did some people believe women should not be involved in the medical care of soldiers?
too delicate, distraction, unladylike
What did Congress do to make sure the army had enough soldiers to fight?
It enacted a military draft to compel White men to serve in the army.
How did African Americans in the North view the Emancipation Proclamation?
Many saw it as the first step toward gaining equal rights for African Americans.