Sherman’s March to the Sea

Linked to Guerrilla Warfare during the Civil War

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Union general William T. Sherman devastated the Georgia countryside during his march to the sea. His men destroyed all sources of food and forage, often in retaliation for the activities of local Confederate guerrillas.

From Battles and Leaders of the Civil War, vol 4., edited by R. U. Johnson and C. C. Clough Buel

Sherman’s March to the Sea

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