Everything Everywhere Daily The Anaconda Plan
May 17, 2024
Learn about the Union's Anaconda Plan during the Civil War, aimed at weakening the Confederacy through trade blockades and naval strength. Explore the impact of the blockade on Southern ports and the strategic importance of capturing key cities like New Orleans and Vicksburg.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Strategic Development of the Anaconda Plan in the Civil War
02:18 • 3min
The Anaconda Plan and Naval Strategy in the Civil War
04:54 • 3min
Strategic Blockade and Control of the Mississippi River during the Civil War
08:06 • 4min
The Anaconda Plan and the Blockade's Impact on the South
12:18 • 2min