Question

What was the main cause of death for those who died during the Civil War? A. The majority of those who died in the Civil War were hanged for treason. B. The majority of those who died in the Civil War were killed in action. C. The majority of those who died in the Civil War died as a result of disease and infection. D. The majority of those who died in the Civil War died as a result of malfunctioned weaponry.

Answer 1

The answer is C.  Many soldiers died of typhoid fever and other serious diseases and infections.

Answer 2

Soldiers who died in the Civil War on both sides, the Union and the Confederation were dying during warfare, succumbing to wounds, disappearing or dying of disease and infection. However, of all those who died, by far the biggest cause was diseases, infections and unhygienic conditions in improvised hospitals in the background of war operations, as well as diagnostic procedures, medical tools, equipment, were very severe compared to modern conditions.

The answer is: C.