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Why was it decided that both sides would wear uniforms?

They did not feel dignified out of uniform.
Neither side knew who their own troops were.
They had trouble with spies.
Young boys were sneaking onto the battlefield to fight.

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I think it’s the last one
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Answer:

The lack of consistent uniforms led to confusion on the battlefield. In some early battles soldiers often shot people from their own side. Eventually, the uniforms became more standard with the Union army wearing navy colored uniforms and the Confederates wearing grey.

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