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Question 9
The Battle of Chickamauga is significant because
it was the site of the first Union victory.
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it was the deadliest Civil War battle to date.
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it was the last Union incursion into the South.
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i t was the first major Civil War battle fought in Georgia.
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Answer 1

Answer:

The Battle of Chickamauga fought on September 18-20, 1863, was the major Civil War battle fought in Georgia and was the most significant union defeat.

Option: (D)

Explanation:

• The Battle of Chickamauga was fought between 'Army of the Cumberland' and 'Confederate Army of Tennessee'.

• The battle involved the 2nd highest number of 'casualties' in Civil War after the 'Battle of Gettysburg'.

• Battle of Chattanooga pursued Chickamauga Campaign which reopened supply lines during war.

• The battle was named for 'Chickamauga Creek', which curl the 'battle area' in northwest Georgia.