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How did the capture of Vicksburg contribute to the Union victory in the Civil War?

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It gave the Union control of major Southern cities.

It allowed the Union to focus on fighting in border states.

It gave the Union the ability to supply its troops.

It allowed the Union to focus on fighting in the Eas
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It gave the Union control of major Southern cities.
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