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Why did the Siege of Vicksburg affect the balance of power during the Civil War?

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The Siege of Vicksburg was a great victory for the Union. It gave control of the Mississippi River to the Union. Around the same time, the Confederate army under General Robert E. Lee was defeated at the Battle of Gettysburg. These two victories marked the major turning point of the Civil War in favor of the Union?

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I dont really get what your trying to ask?

is there multiple choice or what?

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