The South
Economic Resources
The south's geography gave them an advantage in the war. The poorly made roads and rugged terrain made it more difficult for the north to make their way in. Their coastline was also extremely long, making it a difficult task to capture it all. The south was also in luck because the war took place on their territory, so they were knowledgeable of the land.
Generals
Robert E. Lee was the Commander in Chief of the Virginia Military Force. He was successful in the Seven Days Battle, the second Battle of Bull Run, Chancellorsville, and Fredricksburg. Lee had a pretty good run until April 9, 1865 when he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.
- Population of 9 million
- 900,000 soldiers (all white males)
- Shortages of materials
- Soldiers more experienced
The south's geography gave them an advantage in the war. The poorly made roads and rugged terrain made it more difficult for the north to make their way in. Their coastline was also extremely long, making it a difficult task to capture it all. The south was also in luck because the war took place on their territory, so they were knowledgeable of the land.
Generals
Robert E. Lee was the Commander in Chief of the Virginia Military Force. He was successful in the Seven Days Battle, the second Battle of Bull Run, Chancellorsville, and Fredricksburg. Lee had a pretty good run until April 9, 1865 when he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.