201. American Civil War: Outbreak (Part 2)
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Shifting Sports and Civil War Strategies
This chapter explores the transition of popular sports from cricket to baseball during the American Civil War, highlighting cultural changes among soldiers. It discusses key military strategies from both the Union and Confederate sides, particularly focusing on General Lee's ambitions and the significant Battle of Antietam. The chapter also examines President Lincoln's complex motivations regarding the war, emphasizing his primary objective of preserving the Union and the strategic preparation for the Emancipation Proclamation.
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