Question

This speech in Source 1 immortalized which battle of the American Civil War and inspired Union soldiers to continue fighting in the latter part of the conflict?
A.
The Battle of Antietam
B.
The Battle of Appomattox
C.
The Battle of Gettysburg
D.
The Battle of Vicksburg

Answer 1

The speech you are referring to is likely associated with the Battle of Gettysburg. President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address later in 1863, which revitalized the Union's resolve to continue fighting in the Civil War. Therefore, the correct answer is:

C. The Battle of Gettysburg