Asked by Jessica

What new tactic of the war was introduced by Sherman's " march to the sea " ?

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Answered by Ms. Sue
The tactic, while not really new to history, was terrorizing civilians.

http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/shermans-march-to-the-sea.htm
Answered by Anonymous
The tactic is called scorched earth. It involves destroying anything useful to the enemy while advancing or withdrawing from the area.
Answered by Ms. Sue
Scorched earth is a much better answer than mine.

Thank you, Anonymous, for all of your answers this evening.
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