Question

the goal of the union in this battle was to end the war quickly. it resulted in the retreat of the union forces to washington, d.c. which battle is this? a. the first battle of bull run b. the battle of boonville c. the battle of antietam d. the battle of shiloh

Explanation:

The First Battle of Bull Run (also known as First Manassas) saw the Union forces hoping to end the war quickly but they were defeated and retreated to Washington, D.C. The other battles - Battle of Boonville was an early - skirmish, Battle of Antietam was a major turning - point battle, and Battle of Shiloh was a bloody engagement in Tennessee, none of which match the description as closely as the First Battle of Bull Run.

Answer:

A. The First Battle of Bull Run