Question

Why was the Battle of Gettysburg a turning point in the Civil War? The battle resulted in the final victory for the Union. The battle convinced Europe to become a Union ally. The battle weakened Lee and stopped his invasion. The battle was the first major loss by the Confederacy.

Answer 1

The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War because it weakened Lee and stopped his invasion. Option C is correct.

The battle of Gettysburg is regarded as the turning point of the Civil War. Gen. Robert E. Lee's defeat by the Army of the Potomac compelled his Confederate forces to retreat and they never recovered.

The Battle of Gettysburg took place July 1–3, 1863, in and around the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, by Union and Confederate forces during the American Civil War.

Answer 2

One of the reasons why the Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War is because "The battle weakened Lee and stopped his invasion," although it also led both sides to reevaluate their positions.