Asked by Nicholai

How did Georgia’s geography MOST influence Sherman’s choice of route during his March to the Sea?



A.
Sherman advanced along Georgia’s coastal plain to stay near waterways that could provide supplies and protection.

B.
Sherman chose a route through Georgia’s most fertile farmland so his army could gather food and resources along the way.

C.
Sherman marched across northern Georgia to take control of key border routes and prevent Confederate reinforcements from Tennessee.

D.
Sherman moved through Georgia’s central region where railroads and flat land allowed his army to travel quickly and disrupt Confederate supply lines.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
D. Sherman moved through Georgia’s central region where railroads and flat land allowed his army to travel quickly and disrupt Confederate supply lines.

His route from Atlanta to Savannah used relatively level interior terrain and followed/destroyed key rail links and roads to cripple Confederate logistics and communications.