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Why was the Siege of Vicksburg a turning point in the Civil War?

Why was the Siege of Vicksburg a turning point in the Civil War?
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Why was the Siege of Vicksburg a turning point in the Civil War?

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Answer: Vicksburg's strategic location on the Mississippi River made it a critical win for both the Union and the Confederacy.

Explanation: The Confederate surrender there ensured Union control of the Mississippi River and cleaved the South in two.

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