southern weaknesses Flashcards
strategies
just look at strategy fashcard
leadership
cracks under pressure like fireing Johnston after Atlanta the appoints bell hood who fails to fires him and appoints shermon
Davis struggled to inspire and maintain public support for the Confederate cause. His communication style was often perceived as cold and uncharismatic compared to Abraham Lincoln’s more effective and empathetic approach.
As the war dragged on and conditions worsened, Davis found it increasingly difficult to maintain civilian and military morale. The hardships faced by Southern civilians and soldiers alike led to growing discontent and war-weariness.
Davis was known for his inflexibility and stubbornness, often sticking to decisions and strategies even when they were proving ineffective. This resistance to adapt hampered the Confederacy’s ability to respond dynamically to the evolving conditions of the war.
Davis had strained relationships with several of his top generals, including P.G.T. Beauregard and Joseph E. Johnston. These conflicts often led to ineffective collaboration and coordination within the Confederate military.
doesnt censor newspapers
economy
The Southern economy was heavily dependent on agriculture, particularly cotton. The Union blockade severely restricted the South’s ability to export cotton and import essential goods, crippling its economy.
The Confederacy faced severe inflation due to its reliance on printing money to finance the war effort. This led to economic instability and hardship for Southern civilians and soldiers.
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The South had a predominantly agrarian economy with very limited industrial capacity. This made it difficult to produce weapons, ammunition, and other war materials in the quantities needed to sustain a prolonged conflict.
