Summary
The Battle of Shiloh took place from April 6 to April 7, 1862, and was one of the major early engagements of the American Civil War. The battle began when the Confederates launched a surprise attack on Union forces under General Ulysses S. Grant in southwestern Tennessee. After initial successes, the Confederates were unable to hold their positions and were forced back, resulting in a Union victory. Both sides suffered heavy losses, with more than 23,000 total casualties, and the level of violence shocked North and South alike.
Generals
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Confederacy |
How did the battle affect the war?
The Southerns had the most impact on economy because their plantations and big cities were destroyed.