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The Union’s capture of New Orleans severely hurt the Confederacy by
hindering shipping and transportation.
ending hopes of a European alliance.
weakening General Lee’s troops.
destroying the Confederate Army.

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hindering shipping and transportation.

Reason: New Orleans was the Confederacy’s largest port and a key Mississippi River hub; its loss cut off major export/import routes and disrupted movement of supplies and troops.