Question

which two battles were important confederate victories?

a. atlanta and vicksburg

b. fredericksburg and chancellorsville

c. chattanooga and shiloh

d. gettysburg and petersburg

Explanation:

To determine the important Confederate victories, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Atlanta was a Union victory, and Vicksburg was a Union victory (split the Confederacy). Eliminate A.
• Option B: Fredericksburg (1862) and Chancellorsville (1863) were both Confederate victories. Fredericksburg saw a decisive Confederate win under Lee, and Chancellorsville was another Confederate triumph (though with Jackson's death).
• Option C: Chattanooga was a Union victory, Shiloh was a Union victory (after initial Confederate gains). Eliminate C.
• Option D: Gettysburg was a Union victory (turning point), Petersburg was a Union - led siege. Eliminate D.

Answer:

B. Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville