Question

Why was the Battle of Shiloh important?
A.
The Confederate Army managed a close victory against the Union.
B.
General Grant was promoted to General in Chief.
C.
During the battle, General Halleck was badly wounded.
D.
It was the first Civil War battle with heavy casualties for both sides.

Answer 1

D. It was the first Civil War battle with very heavy casualties on both sides, shocking the nation and showing the war would be long and bloody.