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In History / College | 2025-07-07

Toward which city were Union forces heading when they met the Confederates at Fredericksburg?

A. Chancellorsville
B. Manassas
C. Richmond

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Answer (1)

The Union forces were heading toward Richmond , Virginia, when they met the Confederates at Fredericksburg. This battle occurred in December 1862 and was pivotal due to the significant challenges it posed for the Union army. The encounter highlighted the importance of capturing Richmond as a Union objective during the American Civil War. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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