Question

1. why was taking vicksburg such a daunting task for the union?○ vicksburg had many geographical advantages.○ the union army had few troops and supplies.○ the union navy had no gunboats.○ vicksburg was protected by a series of canals.

Explanation:

During the American Civil War, Vicksburg's location on high bluffs above the Mississippi River gave it strong natural defensive positions (geographical advantages) that made it very hard for the Union to attack and capture. The other options are incorrect: the Union had significant troop/supply resources, had gunboats for river operations, and Vicksburg was not protected by canals.

Answer:

Vicksburg had many geographical advantages.