(A) they won
(B) ** it was the most decisive battle victory thus far in Northern Virginia
(C) it proved that southern generals were more capable then northern generals
(D) it had high casualties
EXPLANATIONS BELOW
Concept note-1: -An unambiguous Southern victory, it cemented General Robert E. Lee’s reputation as a brilliant tactician and paved the way for his first invasion of the North. It also helped to persuade distraught Union leaders in Washington, D.C., that emancipating the slaves had become a military necessity.
Concept note-2: -The fight was essentially a stalemate, but at a heavy cost, with over 1, 150 Union and 1, 250 Confederate casualties. The 2nd Wisconsin lost 276 of 430 engaged.
Concept note-3: -Significance of the Battle of Bull Run The outcome was significant because it shocked many people, including Northern politicians, who believed the conflict between the North and South would be short-lived. It also provided Southern forces with confidence they could hold their own with the Northern army.
Concept note-4: -The Battle of Groveton or Second Bull Run, looking towards the village of Groveton. The view is from the northern brow of Henry Hill. Edwin Forbes. After the Union defeat at Manassas in July 1861, Gen.