As the war dragged on, Southern victories continued to weaken morale in the North. There was even talk of Lincoln resigning. Lee hoped to finish off the Union troops in Northern territory at the battle of Gettysburg, the bloodiest battle of the war. To help us understand the tactical efforts of both sides, today we recreated the Gettysburg battle with play dough.. Although a Northern victory, both sides lost extremely high numbers of men. Lincoln offered his infamous "Gettysburg Address" a few months later at the dedication of the battlefield. This unique and short speech redefined the meaning of "equality" in our nation. No longer did "all men" mean white only, but rather included blacks as well.
Homework: Last Reading Guide 9:4 and 5
Wednesday is the last day to bring money to get out of the Civil War test!
Homework: Last Reading Guide 9:4 and 5
Wednesday is the last day to bring money to get out of the Civil War test!