Question

Which of the following best describes the First Battle of Bull Run?

• Union forces staged a surprise attack but were forced to retreat.
• Union forces staged a surprise attack and defeated Confederate forces.
• Confederate forces staged a surprise attack and defeated Union forces.
• Confederate forces staged a surprise attack but were forced to retreat.

Answer 1

I don't know exactly but here's what I got from google. hope this helps a bit

Step-by-step explanation:

The First Battle of Bull Run, also known as the Battle of Manassas, marked the first major land battle of the American Civil War. ... The engagement began when about 35,000 Union troops marched from the federal capital in Washington, D.C. to strike a Confederate force of 20,000 along a small river known as Bull Run

Answer 2

Answer: A) Union forces staged a surprise attack but were forced to retreat.

Explanation: The Union realized this would not be an easy victory. The war would turn out to be long.

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