Question

Why did the Confederacy adopt a defensive strategy?

Answer 1

Union had more money, men, and war equipment such as weapons, ammunition, etc. The Union had the advantage which caused the Confederacy to back away and go on the defensive.

Answer 2

My best answer would be because the Union had more money, men, and war equipment such as weapons, ammunition, etc. The Union had the advantage which caused the Confederacy to back away and go on the defensive.