Given the South's smaller population compared to the North, the most sensible strategy would be to fight a defensive war and wait for the North to tire of fighting. This approach would allow the South to utilize its advantages in terrain and local knowledge while avoiding the high casualty rates that would come with offensive operations. Additionally, a defensive strategy would conserve resources and personnel, making it more sustainable over the long term.
South had a population of approximately 9 million people compared to the North’s population of approximately 22 million people. Based on this, which strategy made the most sense for the South?
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fight an offensive war and try to force an early end to fighting
fight an offensive war and try to force an early end to fighting
fight an offensive war and take control of Northern factories
fight an offensive war and take control of Northern factories
fight a defensive war and wait for the North to tire of fighting
fight a defensive war and wait for the North to tire of fighting
fight a defensive war and use European soldiers for additional support
fight a defensive war and use European soldiers for additional support
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